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Shrimp Tortellini

This comes from the New Bern, North Carolina cookbook, called Savoring the Seasons Riverside.





List of Ingredients



• 1 (10 ounce) package fresh cheese tortellini
  
• 1/3 cup butter
  
• 1 lb. fresh deveined, peeled shrimp
  
• 1 shallot, minced
  
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil
  
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  






Instructions



1. Cook the tortellini according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.
   
   
2. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp, shallot, and basil. Cook for 5 minutes or until the shrimp turn pink, stirring constantly. Add the tortellini and parmesan cheese. Toss gently. Garnish with additional fresh basil leaves.
   






Final Comments


Makes 4 servings.