Best 5 Creamy Tortellini Crab Recipes

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Welcome to the world of creamy tortellini crab, a delectable dish that combines the rich flavors of seafood and pasta in a creamy and flavorful sauce. This dish is perfect for a special occasion or a cozy dinner at home. With its tender tortellini, succulent crab meat, and luscious creamy sauce, it's sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. Let's embark on a culinary journey to discover the best recipe for creamy tortellini crab.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY CRAB TORTELLINI



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Here's a super easy, super simple method for making stuffed pasta using wonton wrappers. If you'd rather call these crab wontons or crab dumplings (or even cheater tortellini!), go ahead. No matter what you call them, this is definitely something you want in your bag of culinary tricks. They're loaded with crab and the tortellini shape does a great job of catching and holding on to all the delicious sauce.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes     Pasta by Shape Recipes     Tortellini Recipes

Time 1h50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 18

7 saltine crackers, finely crushed
1 large egg, beaten
2 tablespoons mascarpone cheese
½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
¼ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
6 ounces lump crabmeat, very well drained, squeezed dry
6 ounces Dungeness crabmeat, very well drained, squeezed dry
¼ teaspoon seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®)
salt to taste
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon minced jalapeno pepper
28 (3.5 inch square) wonton wrappers, or as needed
1 ½ cups creme fraiche
1 teaspoon ground paprika
2 teaspoons fresh lemon zest
salt to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill, or more to taste
1 pinch cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Crush crackers into a bowl. Add egg, mascarpone cheese, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce; stir until combined. Let sit until crumbs have absorbed some moisture, about 5 minutes.
  • Add crab meat, seafood seasoning, salt, cayenne pepper, and jalapeno to the cracker mixture; stir until just combined. Wrap and chill in the refrigerator until flavors develop, about 1 hour.
  • Place a wonton wrapper on a work surface to resemble a diamond shape. Wet the top 2 edges with just enough water to moisten. Place 1 tablespoon crab filling right in the center and press to spread it out a bit. Pull the bottom wonton corner up and over the filling, line it up with the top corner to form a triangle, and work your way down the sides, pressing and sealing the wonton edges and pushing out any air. Press your finger right in the center of the long side to create a fold (or bend) in the triangle. Moisten the 2 "wings" and fold around the bend to seal. Repeat to form remaining tortellini.
  • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
  • While waiting for water to boil, place creme fraiche in a skillet over medium heat. Add paprika, lemon zest, salt, and a splash of the pasta water. Cook and stir until heated through and just starting to simmer, then turn off the heat and reserve.
  • Add tortellini to the boiling water, giving a gentle stir make sure they don't stick to the bottom. Cook for 1 minute; they may or may not float to the surface. Remove tortellini with a slotted spoon and transfer into the reserved sauce.
  • Turn heat to medium-high and cook, gently stirring and basting, until sauce is heated through and just starts to simmer. Don't overcook or the sauce will reduce too much. Turn off the heat and stir in dill. Serve immediately on warm plates and sprinkle with additional dill and cayenne.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 651.1 calories, Carbohydrate 40.6 g, Cholesterol 246.6 mg, Fat 43.9 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 28.1 g, SaturatedFat 25.6 g, Sodium 765.4 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

TORTELLINI WITH GARLIC CREAM SAUCE



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Make and share this Tortellini With Garlic Cream Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by kzbhansen

Categories     Brunch

Time 30m

Yield 1 dish, 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (9 ounce) package cheese-filled tortellini
1 tablespoon oil
1 tablespoon butter
3 -5 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
1 cup half-and-half
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup olive, sliced
2 teaspoons herbs, of your choice Rosemary, basil, dill, marjoram, oregano

Steps:

  • Cook tortellini according to the package directions; set aside.
  • In a large pan, heat oil and butter. Sauté garlic 2 minutes.
  • In a cup stir together half and half, broth, and cornstarch; pour into skillet.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 3 minutes.
  • Stir in the herbs, olives, garlic, and tortellini; cook 2 minutes to heat through.
  • Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480.6, Fat 26.4, SaturatedFat 12.2, Cholesterol 75.8, Sodium 880.5, Carbohydrate 46.9, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 1.1, Protein 15.1

CREAMY TORTELLINI CASSEROLE



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Toss tender tortellini and colorful vegetables with a quick-to-fix white sauce. It's ready in little more than 30 minutes!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1/2 cup shredded carrots
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 package (8 oz) sliced mushrooms (3 cups)
2 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups milk
1 cup shredded Gouda cheese (4 oz)
3/4 cup frozen sweet peas, thawed (from 12 oz bag)
1 package (9 oz) refrigerated cheese-filled tortellini
1/2 cup finely crushed buttery crackers

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°. Spray 1 1/2-quart casserole with cooking spray.
  • Melt butter in 3-quart saucepan over medium heat. Cook carrots, onion and mushrooms in butter about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms are tender.
  • Stir in flour and salt. Gradually add milk, stirring constantly. Cook and stir until mixture is bubbly; remove from heat. Stir in cheese, peas and tortellini. Spoon into casserole. Sprinkle with crackers.
  • Bake uncovered about 15 minutes or until edge begins to bubble.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 435, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 110 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 770 mg

CREAMY TORTELLINI



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An envelope of vegetable soup mix lends flavor to the simple cream sauce that coats this rich pasta entree. I like to garnish it with additional mozzarella cheese and parsley.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups refrigerated cheese tortellini
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 envelope vegetable soup mix
2 cups half-and-half cream
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute garlic in oil until tender, about 1 minute. Combine soup mix and cream; stir into skillet., Drain tortellini; add to cream mixture. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 4-5 minutes or until heated through, stirring occasionally. , Add the parsley, cheese and pepper. Cook 3-4 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 561mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

CREAMY BAKED TORTELLINI WITH SPINACH



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In this easy, cheesy pasta bake, tortellini is briefly cooked and then tossed with fresh spinach and a super-quick homemade turkey ragu. Before finishing in the oven, the pasta is topped with crunchy seasoned panko mixture.

Provided by Sarah Carey

Categories     Ground Turkey Recipes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/2 ounce Parmigiano-Reggiano, finely grated (1/3 cup)
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
2 teaspoons all-purpose adobo seasoning, such as Goya, divided
10 ounces fresh or frozen cheese tortellini
Kosher salt
12 ounces ground turkey
2 cups marinara sauce, such as Rao's
2 ounces cream cheese (1/4 cup)
1 bunch flat-leaf spinach (5 ounces), tough stems trimmed, or 3 cups baby spinach

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°F. Stir together panko, Parmigiano, lemon zest, 1 tablespoon oil, and 1 teaspoon adobo. Cook tortellini in a large pot of salted boiling water for 2 minutes; drain.
  • Heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high. Add turkey and remaining 1 teaspoon adobo. Cook, stirring, until meat is browning in spots but not cooked through, about 4 minutes. Stir in marinara and bring to a boil, then stir in cream cheese until melted, about 2 minutes.
  • Add tortellini and spinach, stirring until it's just wilted. Sprinkle with panko mixture and bake until bubbly, about 8 minutes. Serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Fresh Ingredients: Use the freshest ingredients possible for the best flavor and texture.
  • Cook Tortellini Al Dente: Cook the tortellini until it is al dente, or slightly firm to the bite.
  • Use a Good Quality Crab Meat: Choose high-quality crab meat for the best flavor. Fresh or frozen crab meat works well.
  • Make a Creamy Sauce: Use a combination of heavy cream, milk, and Parmesan cheese to make a creamy, flavorful sauce.
  • Add Vegetables: Add vegetables such as spinach, mushrooms, or bell peppers to the sauce for extra flavor and nutrition.
  • Season to Taste: Season the sauce with salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste.
  • Serve Immediately: Serve the creamy tortellini crab immediately after cooking for the best flavor.

Conclusion:

This creamy tortellini crab is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The tortellini is cooked in a creamy crab sauce, and then topped with Parmesan cheese. This dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family.

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