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Seafood Stuffed Shells

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🦐 Enjoy a rich, creamy seafood stuffed shells recipe bursting with crabmeat, shrimp, and flavorful herbs for a comforting meal.
🍽️ This dish combines tender pasta shells with a savory seafood filling and a luscious Parmesan sauce, perfect for family dinners or special occasions.

  • Total Time: 70-75 minutes
  • Yield: About 24 stuffed shells 1x

Ingredients

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24 uncooked jumbo pasta shells

1/4 cup finely chopped celery

1/4 cup finely chopped green pepper

1/4 cup finely chopped red onion

1 tablespoon butter plus 1/4 cup butter, divided

2 cans (6 ounces each) lump crabmeat, drained

8 ounces peeled and deveined cooked shrimp (4150 per pound), chopped

1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

1 1/2 teaspoons seafood seasoning, divided

1/4 teaspoon pepper

1 large egg, lightly beaten

1/4 cup mayonnaise

2 tablespoons plus 4 cups 2% milk, divided

1/4 cup all-purpose flour

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper

1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan cheese

soft bread crumbs toasted in butter and chopped fresh parsley for topping

Instructions

1-First Step: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and bring a large pot of salted water to boil for cooking the jumbo shells.

2-Second Step: Cook the pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and lay them flat on a baking sheet to prevent sticking.

3-Third Step: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, then add mixed seafood. Cook until just opaque, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat.

4-Fourth Step: In a bowl, combine ricotta, half of the mozzarella, parmesan cheese, sautéed seafood, and chopped parsley. Mix well and season with salt and pepper as needed.

5-Fifth Step: Spread a layer of marinara sauce evenly on the bottom of a baking dish.

6-Sixth Step: Stuff each cooked shell with the seafood and cheese mixture and place them seam side up in the baking dish.

7-Seventh Step: Cover the shells with the remaining marinara sauce, then sprinkle with the remaining mozzarella cheese.

8-Eighth Step: Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the sauce is heated through.

9-Final Step: Let the stuffed shells cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra fresh parsley. For dietary adjustments, substitute plant-based cheeses and seafood alternatives as needed during the filling preparation stages.

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Notes

🦐 Cook pasta shells al dente and rinse under cold water to prevent sticking.
🥄 Separate shells on a greased baking sheet before stuffing to avoid clumping.
🥦 This dish pairs well with roasted broccoli, sautéed green beans, garden salad, or creamy mashed potatoes.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 40 minutes
  • Bake time: 30-35 minutes
  • Category: Main Course, Pasta, Seafood
  • Method: Baking, Sautéing, Boiling
  • Cuisine: American, Italian-inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 3 stuffed shells
  • Calories: 448
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 710mg
  • Fat: 23g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Carbohydrates: 31g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 29g
  • Cholesterol: 148mg