*Ingredients
° 1 pound frozen peeled and deveined baby shrimp
° 1 stick butter, divided
° 1 pint heavy cream
° 4 ounces of cream cheese
° ¼ cup chopped leek
° ¾ cup grated parmesan
° 1 tsp garlic powder
° salt / ground black pepper
° 1 pound cheese tortellini
° 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley
*Step by step
Thaw frozen shrimp in a colander by running cold water over it.
Heat 1 teaspoon of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté shrimp until bright pink on the outside and meat is opaque, 3 to 4 minutes, being careful not to overcook.
Blending remaining butter, heavy cream, cream cheese also leek in saucepan on heat. Simmer until melted and well blended, about 5 minutes. Stir in Parmesan, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Simmer the Alfredo sauce over low heat for 15 to 20 minutes. Add the tortellini and heat through, about 5 minutes. Toss the shrimp in the sauce, coating well. Garnish with parsley and serve.
Enjoy !
