🍤 Creamy Shrimp Tortellini Delight 🍤

📢 A creamy delight that brings the ocean to your table! Perfect for a family dinner or a quick weekday treat!

🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️

- 20 oz refrigerated three-cheese tortellini
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 5 oz fresh baby spinach
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp minced garlic
- 8 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
- All-purpose seasoning for shrimp e.g., garlic & herb blend, seasoning salt
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 6 oz seafood or chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes

🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳

1. Season the shrimp with your preferred all-purpose seasoning. 
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Cook the shrimp in batches for 1-2 minutes on each side until pink. Remove and set aside.
3. Reduce heat to medium, add 6 tbsp of butter, and sauté minced garlic for about 3 minutes until fragrant.
4. Sprinkle in the flour and stir until smooth. Gradually whisk in the broth, then add the cream cheese. Stir until the sauce is creamy.
5. Pour in the heavy cream and sprinkle in the dried basil. Let it simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring often, until the sauce thickens.
6. Meanwhile, prepare the tortellini as instructed on the package. Drain and set aside.
7. Add spinach to the sauce, allowing it to wilt. Stir in crushed red pepper and Parmesan cheese until the cheese is melted. Adjust seasoning with salt if needed.
8. Combine tortellini and shrimp with the sauce, gently mixing to ensure everything is well coated with the creamy sauce.
9. Serve warm and savor the rich, creamy flavors!

🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎

- Calories: Approximately 650 per serving
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Protein: 35g
- Fat: 42g

💡 Tips and Tricks 💡

- For an extra kick, increase the amount of crushed red pepper.
- If you prefer a thinner sauce, add a little more broth until desired consistency is reached.

⏳ Preparation time ⏳

- Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 25 minutes
- Serving: Serves 6