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Creamy Seafood Stuffed Shells

Creamy Seafood Stuffed Shells: A Luxurious Comfort Dish

Creamy Seafood Stuffed Shells is a comforting dish filled with a luxurious blend of seafood, perfect for special occasions.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Chilling Time 2 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 540

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 2 tablespoons Butter or olive oil for a lighter option
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 cup Lobster Meat fresh or frozen, avoid imitation
  • 1 cup Crab Meat fresh lump preferred
  • 1 cup Shrimp small or large
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese softened
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese or other melting cheese
Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Butter
  • 3 tablespoons Flour all-purpose or gluten-free
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or half-and-half for lighter
  • ½ cup Grated Parmesan Cheese or Pecorino Romano for bolder taste
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
Pasta
  • 20 pieces Jumbo Pasta Shells

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Pot
  • Baking Dish
  • Aluminum foil

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  2. Add 1 cup of lobster meat and 1 cup of crab meat, cooking for 2-3 minutes until just heated through. Remove from skillet and set aside to cool.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine cooked seafood with 8 ounces of softened cream cheese and 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Stir until mixed and creamy.
  4. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook 20 jumbo pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente, about 10-12 minutes. Drain and cool.
  5. In the skillet, melt 3 tablespoons of remaining butter over medium heat. Sprinkle in 3 tablespoons of flour and cook for about 1 minute to create a roux.
  6. Gradually whisk in 1 cup of heavy cream and stir in ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
  7. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread a layer of cheese sauce on the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Stuff each shell with seafood filling and place in the dish.
  8. Pour remaining cheese sauce over the shells and cover with aluminum foil. Bake for 20 minutes, then remove foil and bake for another 10 minutes until tops are bubbly.
  9. Allow to cool slightly before serving, garnished with fresh parsley or more grated Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 540kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 28gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 155mgSodium: 950mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, make the filling ahead and chill for a few hours to meld the flavors before stuffing the shells. These stuffed shells can be paired with a fresh side salad or garlic bread.

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