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Creamy Seafood Stuffed Shells

Creamy Seafood Stuffed Shells That Will Wow Your Guests

Indulge in Creamy Seafood Stuffed Shells filled with lobster, crab, and shrimp, perfect for impressing guests.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 pieces Jumbo Pasta Shells Cook al dente
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Lobster Meat Fresh preferred
  • 1 cup Crab Meat Lump crab ideal
  • 1 cup Shrimp Can be omitted
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Can substitute with light cream cheese
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Any blend works
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Can replace with pecorino Romano
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Essential for sautéing
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic preferred
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Consent with half-and-half if needed
  • 1/4 cup Flour Used for thickening
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Adjust according to taste

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Large Pot
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Creamy Seafood Stuffed Shells
  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat, add 3 minced garlic cloves, sauté until fragrant. Add 1 cup of lobster meat and 1 cup of crab meat, cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  2. In a bowl, combine the sautéed seafood with 8 ounces of cream cheese and 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese, fold gently until mixed, season with salt and pepper.
  3. Bring salted water to a boil, cook 12 jumbo pasta shells until al dente (10-12 minutes), drain, and cool briefly.
  4. In the skillet, melt 4 tablespoons of butter, whisk in 1/4 cup flour, and gradually add 1 cup of heavy cream and 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese to create a smooth sauce.
  5. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread cheese sauce at the bottom of a baking dish, stuff shells with filling, place in dish, and cover with remaining sauce.
  6. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes, remove foil, and bake for an additional 10 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving, garnish with parsley or extra Parmesan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze for up to 2 months.

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