Description
Learn how to make a delicious Tomato Basil Seafood Tortellini with this easy recipe. Perfect for a quick and flavorful meal at home!
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (30 ml)
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 ounces (411 g)) diced tomatoes (411 grams)
- 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
- 1 pound (454 g) seafood mix (shrimp, scallops, and/or fish) (450 grams)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) dried Italian seasoning
- 8 ounces (227 g) cheese tortellini (225 grams)
- 1 cup (240 ml) fresh basil leaves, chopped (25 grams)
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) grated Parmesan cheese (50 grams)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the heavy cream to the skillet and stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Add the seafood mix to the skillet and cook until the seafood is opaque, about 5-7 minutes.
- Season with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- In a separate pot, cook the cheese tortellini according to package instructions.
- Drain the tortellini and add it to the skillet with the seafood sauce.
- Stir in the chopped basil leaves and mix well.
- Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the tortellini.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Serve hot and enjoy.
Notes
- For a lighter option, swap heavy cream with half and half or milk.
- Customize seafood mix with crab meat or lobster for a different flavor.
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese gives a more intense topping than pre-grated cheese.
