Garlic Butter Lobster-Filled Jumbo Pasta Shells
A luxurious dish that combines the indulgence of lobster with hearty jumbo pasta shells, enveloped in a garlicky butter sauce. Perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to a delicious meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 12 pieces jumbo pasta shells
- 1 cup cooked lobster meat, chopped Fresh or leftover lobster
- 2 tablespoons butter For the filling and extra for drizzling
- 4 cloves garlic, minced Provides the garlicky flavor
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese Creamy texture
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded For gooey goodness
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped For garnish and flavor
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 1 cup marinara sauce Store-bought or homemade
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Filling
- In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in the chopped lobster meat, a pinch of salt, and a dash of pepper.
- Remove from heat and mix in the ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, and parsley.
Assembly
- Once the pasta shells are cool enough to handle, spoon the lobster mixture into each shell.
- Spread the marinara sauce along the bottom of a baking dish.
- Place the filled shells on top and drizzle with melted butter.
Baking
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
- Uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Serving
- Garnish with extra parsley and enjoy!
Notes
For extra cheesiness, add more mozzarella on top before baking. For a vegetarian option, replace lobster with sautéed mushrooms or spinach.