Creamy Seafood Stuffed Shells
A delicious and quick dinner option packed with flavor, featuring seafood and creamy filling in pasta shells.
Ingredients
Pasta and Filling
- 12-15 pieces Jumbo pasta shells Cook according to package instructions
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup cooked shrimp (chopped)
- 1 cup crab meat (or a mix of your favorite seafood) Use more shrimp or scallops if desired
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Reserve half for stuffing and half for the sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish Optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to the package instructions until they are al dente.
- In a large bowl, combine ricotta cheese, chopped shrimp, crab meat, half of the mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
Assembly
- Stuff each pasta shell generously with the seafood mixture.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, warm the heavy cream, then add the remaining mozzarella cheese, stirring until smooth.
- Spread some of the sauce at the bottom of a baking dish, then place the stuffed shells on top and pour the remaining sauce over them.
Baking
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 20 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the tops are golden and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Feel free to substitute seafood as desired. Make ahead and store in the fridge for up to 1 day before baking. Serve with side salad or garlic bread.