Description
Introduce your taste buds to a fabulous seafood extravaganza with the Seafood Delight Stuffed Shells recipe. This dish marries the succulence of shrimp and crab with the creamy richness of Alfredo sauce, encased in perfectly cooked pasta shells. A touch of Old Bay Garlic Herb seasoning enhances the flavors, making this dish an ideal choice for special occasions or a gourmet family dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh jumbo shells
- 4 garlic cloves
- 3 scallion stalks
- 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 oz lump crab meat
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon Old Bay Garlic Herb seasoning
- 1 cup spinach
- 1/2 cup Panko crumbs (plus extra for topping)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups microplaned Parmesan cheese (plus extra for topping)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Step-by-step Directions
1. Preheat and Prep
Start by preheating your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta shells.
2. Prepare Garlic and Scallions
While the water is heating, mince the garlic and chop the scallions. Set these aside for later use.
3. Cook Pasta
Once the water is boiling, cook the jumbo shells for five minutes. Drain and rinse them with cool water to stop the cooking process.
4. Sauté
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the garlic and scallions for 2-3 minutes, then remove from heat.
5. Mix Seafood Filling
In a large bowl, mix the chopped shrimp, spinach, sautéed garlic and scallions, crab meat, egg, Old Bay seasoning, 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese, and Panko crumbs until well combined.
6. Stuff Shells
Fill each shell with the seafood mixture and place them in a baking pan.
7. Prepare Alfredo Sauce
In the same skillet, warm the heavy cream over medium heat. Whisk in the remaining Parmesan and black pepper. Pour this Alfredo sauce over the stuffed shells in the pan.
8. Bake
Sprinkle extra Panko crumbs on top and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and bubbly.
Servings & Preparation Time
This recipe serves 6-8 people and requires about 20 minutes of preparation time with an additional 25 minutes of cooking time.
Tips for Storage & Reheating
- Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheating: Reheat in the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit until warm throughout, about 10-15 minutes. This helps to maintain the texture of the shells.
Conclusion
The Seafood Delight Stuffed Shells provide a delightful dining experience that combines the comfort of pasta with the luxury of seafood. Perfect for any seafood lover looking to indulge in a rich, flavor-packed meal, this dish promises satisfaction with every bite. Give this recipe a try and elevate your next meal to gourmet status!
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Seafood Delight Stuffed Shells
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
Description
Introduce your taste buds to a fabulous seafood extravaganza with the Seafood Delight Stuffed Shells recipe. This dish marries the succulence of shrimp and crab with the creamy richness of Alfredo sauce, encased in perfectly cooked pasta shells. A touch of Old Bay Garlic Herb seasoning enhances the flavors, making this dish an ideal choice for special occasions or a gourmet family dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh jumbo shells
- 4 garlic cloves
- 3 scallion stalks
- 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 oz lump crab meat
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon Old Bay Garlic Herb seasoning
- 1 cup spinach
- 1/2 cup Panko crumbs (plus extra for topping)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups microplaned Parmesan cheese (plus extra for topping)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta shells.
- Mince the garlic and chop the scallions.
- Cook the jumbo shells for five minutes, then drain and rinse with cool water.
- Sauté the garlic and scallions in olive oil for 2-3 minutes.
- Mix chopped shrimp, spinach, sautéed garlic and scallions, crab meat, egg, Old Bay seasoning, 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese, and Panko crumbs in a bowl.
- Fill each shell with the seafood mixture and place in a baking pan.
- Warm heavy cream in a skillet, whisk in remaining Parmesan and black pepper to make Alfredo sauce, then pour over the stuffed shells.
- Sprinkle extra Panko crumbs on top and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes