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Creamy Cheesy Tortellini!!🦀🦀

This is always a winner. It's creamy, perfectly spiced, and you can dial up the heat to your taste—I love spicy! it's super easy, especially since you can freeze half the tomato mixture and save yourself some work next time. I hope you enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup olive oil 

• 15 cloves of garlic

• 2 cans of petite tomatoes 

• red pepper flakes (amount depends on your spice level but I'd suggest 1-2 tbsp.)

• 5-6 fresh basil leaves 

• salt and pepper

• 1 tall carton of heavy whipping cream (1qt) 

• parmesan cheese 

• 1/2 real or imitation crab or sub chicken!

Directions:

Step 1: Brown the Garlic

• Heat 1 cup of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.

• Add 15 cloves of garlic (peeled and whole) and cook until golden brown.

• Remove the garlic from the pan and set aside.

Step 2: Prepare the Tomato Sauce

• In the same pan, add 2 cans of petite diced tomatoes.

• Add cayenne pepper flakes to taste.

• Add 5-6 fresh basil leaves (chopped).

• Season with salt and pepper to taste.

• Stir and heat through.

Step 3: Store Half for Later

• Remove half of the tomato mixture from the pan.

• Let it cool, then store in the freezer. The next time you make it you can just plop that frozen mixture into a pan and start the next steps from here!

Step 4: Add the Cream

• Pour a tall container of heavy whipping cream into the remaining tomato mixture.

• Stir constantly as it heats, treating it like gravy.

• Heat until hot and starting to bubble.

Step 5: The Cheese!!

• Gradually add 1/2 - 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese.

• Stir constantly to prevent clumping and ensure smoothness.

Step 6: Add the Crab

• Once the sauce is smooth and bubbling, throw in the crab (or sub chicken).

• Cook for a few minutes to release flavor.

Step 7: Finish and Serve

• Add your sauce to the cooked tortellini and mix until well coated!

I hope you enjoy! Let me know how it is!!♥️

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2024/8/30 Edited to

... Read moreThis creamy cheesy tortellini recipe is a crowd-pleaser and perfect for any occasion. Featuring a rich sauce made from heavy whipping cream, parmesan cheese, and vibrant ingredients like garlic and fresh basil, it offers a tantalizing blend of flavors. To spare some time on busy days, consider preparing the tomato sauce in advance. You can store half in the freezer and reheat it when you’re ready to whip up this dish again. Tailor the spice level by adding red pepper flakes according to your preference. The use of imitation crab provides a seafood highlight, but chicken can easily be substituted for those who prefer it. Not only is this meal comfort food at its finest, but it's also a versatile recipe that caters to different tastes. Don't forget to pair it with some garlic bread or a fresh salad for a complete meal experience!