SHRIMP & TORTELLINI IN TOMATO CREAM

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This shrimp and pasta combination is one of my husband's favorites. It's healthy, and he doesn't even know it. It's also easy to halve the recipe for two. -Mary Kay LaBrie, Clermont, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini
1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon pepper, divided
Dash crushed red pepper flakes
2 shallots, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) no-salt-added diced tomatoes, undrained
1 bottle (8 ounces) clam juice
1/2 cup white wine
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
4 fresh thyme sprigs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan and Romano cheese blend
1/4 cup half-and-half cream
10 fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons minced chives
Shredded Parmesan cheese and minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • Cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, cook shrimp in 2 teaspoons oil until shrimp turn pink. Stir in the lemon zest, 1/8 teaspoon pepper and pepper flakes. Remove and keep warm., In the same skillet, cook shallots in remaining oil over low heat for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown, stirring occasionally. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Add the tomatoes, clam juice, wine, vinegar, thyme and remaining pepper. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by half, about 10 minutes. Remove from the heat; discard thyme sprigs. Stir in the cheese, cream, basil, chives and shrimp. , Drain tortellini; stir into shrimp mixture. Sprinkle with shredded cheese and parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 449 calories, Fat 14g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 182mg cholesterol, Sodium 723mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 33g protein.

Samson100
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I loved this dish! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the tortellini was cooked perfectly. I added a few extra vegetables, like zucchini and bell peppers, to make it a more complete meal. It was a delicious and healthy dinner that I will definit


KASHIF WRITES
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This was a delicious and easy dish to make. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the tortellini was cooked perfectly. I served it with a side of salad and it was a delicious and healthy meal. I will definitely be making this again.


Shahid Hamid
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I thought this dish was just okay. The sauce was a bit bland and the tortellini was a bit too soft. I think I would have preferred a more flavorful sauce and a firmer tortellini. Overall, it was an okay dish, but I don't think I would make it again.


Md Muktar
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This dish was a bit too rich for my taste. The sauce was very creamy and heavy, and the tortellini was a bit too soft. I think I would have preferred a lighter sauce and a firmer tortellini. Overall, it was an okay dish, but I don't think I would mak


Joseph Owoicho
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I loved this dish! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the tortellini was cooked perfectly. I added a few extra vegetables, like zucchini and bell peppers, to make it a more complete meal. It was a delicious and healthy dinner that I will definit


Afim Ibnan
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This was a delicious and easy dish to make. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the tortellini was cooked perfectly. I served it with a side of salad and it was a delicious and healthy meal. I will definitely be making this again.


Jai Upadhyay
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I thought this dish was just okay. The sauce was a bit bland and the tortellini was a bit too soft. I think I would have preferred a more flavorful sauce and a firmer tortellini. Overall, it was an okay dish, but I don't think I would make it again.


C TRAPZ
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This dish was a bit too rich for my taste. The sauce was very creamy and heavy, and the tortellini was a bit too soft. I think I would have preferred a lighter sauce and a firmer tortellini. Overall, it was an okay dish, but I don't think I would mak


Bishar Dommun
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I loved this dish! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the tortellini was cooked perfectly. I added a few extra vegetables, like zucchini and bell peppers, to make it a more complete meal. It was a delicious and healthy dinner that I will definit


Muhhmad Rehman
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This was a delicious and easy dish to make. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the tortellini was cooked perfectly. I served it with a side of salad and it was a delicious and healthy meal. I will definitely be making this again.


Inessalynn Fathagaag
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I thought this dish was just okay. The sauce was a bit bland and the tortellini was a bit too soft. I think I would have preferred a more flavorful sauce and a firmer tortellini. Overall, it was an okay dish, but I don't think I would make it again.


Ekramul Ekramul
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This dish was a bit too rich for my taste. The sauce was very creamy and heavy, and the tortellini was a bit too soft. I think I would have preferred a lighter sauce and a firmer tortellini. Overall, it was an okay dish, but I don't think I would mak


Promise Iz
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the tortellini was cooked to perfection. I served it with a side of roasted vegetables and it was a delicious and satisfying meal. I will definitely be


Charles Makhubele
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This was a quick and easy weeknight meal that my whole family loved. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the tortellini was cooked perfectly. I added a few extra vegetables, like zucchini and bell peppers, to make it a more complete meal. It was


MOMIN hassan
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I'm not usually a fan of tortellini, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of shrimp, tortellini, and tomato cream sauce was divine. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the tortellini was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be maki


Ketevan Berianidze
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This shrimp tortellini dish was a hit with my family! The creamy tomato sauce was flavorful and rich, and the tortellini cooked perfectly. I added a bit of extra garlic and red pepper flakes for a little extra kick, and it was delicious. Will definit