Shrimp And Crab Tortellini Recipe
Basil pesto cream sauce, shrimp, blue crab, cheese tortellini, parmesan.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Seafood
Sauce
Method
Preparation
- 1
Cook the Tortellini
In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the cheese tortellini according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Sauté the Shrimp
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 3
Add the Shrimp
Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque. Season with salt and black pepper.
- 4
Add the Crab
Gently fold in the blue crab meat, being careful not to break it up too much. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until heated through.
Making the Sauce
- 5
Combine the Sauce Ingredients
In a separate bowl, mix together the basil pesto, heavy cream, and grated Parmesan cheese. Stir until well combined.
Combining Everything
- 6
Combine Tortellini and Sauce
Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet with the shrimp and crab mixture. Pour the basil pesto cream sauce over the top and toss gently to combine.
- 7
Heat Through
Cook on low heat for another 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through and the sauce is creamy. Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
Serving
- 8
Serve the Dish
Serve immediately, garnished with additional grated Parmesan cheese if desired.