Description
Creamy shrimp tortellini dances with rich garlic sauce in this Italian-inspired comfort dish. Seafood lovers will savor each luxurious bite of pasta elegantly dressed in silky, herb-infused goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 pounds (907 grams) large shrimp (peeled, deveined, tail-off)
- 20 ounces (567 grams) refrigerated three cheese tortellini
Seasonings and Herbs:
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose seasoning (Lawry’s seasoning salt and Mrs. Dash garlic & herb)
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
Sauce and Cooking Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/3 cup dry white wine
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 6 ounces (170 grams) seafood or chicken stock
- 4 ounces (113 grams) cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 5 ounces (142 grams) fresh baby spinach
Instructions
- Prepare the shrimp by generously coating with a blend of Lawry’s seasoning salt and Mrs. Dash garlic & herb for maximum flavor enhancement.
- Preheat skillet to medium-high heat with oil. Sear shrimp in batches for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and golden, avoiding pan overcrowding. Remove and set aside.
- Reduce heat and deglaze pan with white wine, scraping up browned bits. Add butter and garlic, cooking until aromatic. Incorporate flour and cook briefly to eliminate raw taste.
- Gradually whisk in seafood or chicken stock until smooth. Add cream cheese, continuing to whisk until the mixture becomes uniform and creamy.
- Pour in heavy cream and dried basil, simmering on low heat. Stir frequently to prevent sticking and allow sauce to thicken slightly.
- Cook tortellini according to package instructions at 375°F, then drain and reserve.
- Incorporate fresh spinach into the sauce, allowing it to wilt completely, which takes approximately 1-2 minutes.
- Reunite cooked tortellini and seared shrimp in the skillet. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese and crushed red pepper, stirring until cheese melts and integrates with the sauce. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Notes
- Customize shrimp seasoning by experimenting with different herb blends or spice mixes to match your flavor preferences and dietary needs.
- Avoid overcrowding the pan when searing shrimp to ensure each piece gets a perfect golden-brown exterior and maintains tender texture.
- Use gluten-free flour or cornstarch as a substitute if you need a gluten-free sauce thickener, maintaining the creamy consistency without compromising taste.
- Choose low-fat cream cheese and milk alternatives for a lighter version of the sauce, reducing calories while preserving the rich, luxurious flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 927
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 1382 mg
- Fat: 62 g
- Saturated Fat: 36 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 53 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 257 mg