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Irresistible Seafood Stuffed Shells

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Packed with tender shrimp, succulent crab, and a rich, cheesy filling, these seafood stuffed shells are indulgent yet surprisingly easy to make. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasion, this dish brings restaurant-quality flavors straight to your kitchen table.

Ingredients

  • Large pasta shells
  • Cooked shrimp (chopped)
  • Crab meat
  • Ricotta cheese
  • Mozzarella cheese (shredded)
  • Parmesan cheese (grated)
  • Egg
  • Garlic (minced)
  • Fresh parsley (chopped)
  • Salt and pepper
  • Marinara or Alfredo sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13 baking dish lightly with oil or cooking spray.
  2. Cook the jumbo pasta shells in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, about 9-11 minutes. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped shrimp, crab meat, ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper. Stir until the filling is well mixed.
  4. Take each cooled pasta shell and carefully spoon the seafood and cheese mixture into it. Don’t overfill—about 2 tablespoons per shell is perfect.
  5. Arrange the stuffed shells in the prepared baking dish in a single layer.
  6. Pour your chosen sauce (marinara or Alfredo) evenly over the shells. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top.
  7. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes to allow the cheese to bubble and brown slightly.
  8. Remove from the oven and let the dish cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Avoid overcooking the pasta shells to ensure they hold their shape when stuffed. Cover the dish with foil during the first half of baking to prevent dryness. Customize the recipe by swapping seafood or sauces to suit your taste.

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