Bobs Tortellini And Shrimp In Alfredo Sauce

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I was looking for something to eat for supper and browsed what i had on hand and i came up with this recipe. i have posted this on a local tv stations website and now it has gone national.

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Steps

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Cook tortellini as directed on package.

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Meanwhile , thaw the frozen shrimp in a colander using cold running water.

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Remove the tails.

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If using uncooked shrimp , devein and remove tails and then saut in a teaspoon of the butter.

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Remove shrimp and set aside.

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Do not overcook.

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In a saucepan combine butter , heavy cream , and cream cheese.

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Simmer this until all is melted , and mixed well.

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Add the leeks , parmesan cheese and garlic powder.

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Simmer this for 15 20 minutes over low heat.

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Toss the tortellini with the shrimp and sauce , coating well.

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Add the parsley or chives and serve.

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Ingredients

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heavy cream, butter, cream cheese, leek, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt and pepper, frozen shrimp, pasta, parsley