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Creamy Seafood Stuffed Shells

Creamy Seafood Stuffed Shells That'll Warm Your Heart

A comforting dinner of Creamy Seafood Stuffed Shells filled with crab, shrimp, and cheese, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 16 ounces Jumbo Pasta Shells Substitute with large shells or rigatoni if needed.
For the Seafood Filling
  • 1 cup Crab meat
  • 1 cup Cooked shrimp Chopped.
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese Cottage cheese can be a lighter alternative.
  • ½ cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 8 ounces Cream cheese Melted into the sautéed garlic.
  • 1 cup Heavy cream You can use a milk and flour mix for a lighter option.
  • ½ cup Grated Parmesan cheese Nutritional yeast can be a vegan substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Used for sautéing.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil Can be replaced with another cooking oil.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic is best.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian herbs
  • 1 whole Lemon zest Adds brightness.
  • to taste Salt Essential for flavoring.
  • to taste Black pepper Essential for flavoring.
For Seasoning and Garnish
  • ¼ cup Fresh parsley Chopped for garnish.
  • 1 whole Lemon For zest.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Medium saucepan
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the pasta by boiling salted water. Add jumbo shells and cook for 10-12 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
  2. In a saucepan, melt butter and olive oil. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in cream cheese until melted, then whisk in heavy cream, Parmesan, herbs, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Cook for 3-5 minutes until thickened.
  4. In a bowl, combine crab, shrimp, ricotta, mozzarella, and ¼ cup of the creamy sauce. Mix well and season to taste.
  5. Stuff each shell with seafood filling. Place in a greased baking dish, ensuring they're evenly spaced.
  6. Pour remaining sauce over shells and sprinkle with additional Parmesan cheese.
  7. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cover and bake for 20 minutes; uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Let cool for a couple of minutes, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure pasta is al dente to prevent breaking. Thaw seafood properly before use. Taste the filling for seasoning.

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