Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our collection of cream cheese and seafood-stuffed shells recipes. These exquisite dishes combine the rich and tangy flavors of cream cheese with the delicate taste of seafood, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you prefer the classic combination of crab and shrimp, or the unique pairing of lobster and scallops, we have a recipe that will satisfy your cravings. Each recipe is carefully crafted with detailed instructions and helpful tips to ensure your stuffed shells turn out perfectly. Prepare to impress your family and friends with these delectable dishes that are perfect for any special occasion or a cozy dinner at home.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
CREAMY SEAFOOD-STUFFED SHELLS
Inspired by my love of lasagna, pasta shells and seafood, I created this recipe that's easy to make but special enough to serve company. I serve it with garlic bread and a salad. -Katie P. Sloan, Charlotte, North Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h10m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a small skillet, saute green pepper and onion in 1 teaspoon butter until tender; set aside., In a large bowl, combine crab, shrimp, egg, mozzarella cheese, mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons milk, 1 teaspoon seafood seasoning, pepper and green pepper mixture., Preheat oven to 350°. Drain and rinse pasta; stuff each shell with 1 rounded tablespoon of seafood mixture. Place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. , In a small saucepan, melt remaining butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and coarsely ground pepper; gradually whisk in remaining milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in Parmesan cheese., Pour over stuffed shells. Sprinkle with remaining seafood seasoning. Bake, uncovered, 30-35 minutes or until bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 448 calories, Fat 23g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 148mg cholesterol, Sodium 710mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 29g protein.
SHRIMP SCAMPI STUFFED SHELLS
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 1h15m
Yield 16 servings (8 servings per pan)
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- For the pasta and filling: Bring a large pot of water to a boil; add a generous amount of salt. Cook the pasta shells until al dente according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Meanwhile, add the oil and butter to a large skillet and heat over medium heat until the butter is melted. Add the red pepper flakes, garlic and onions and cook until the onions are translucent, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the shrimp and cook, stirring, for 1 to 2 minutes. Add the wine, lemon juice and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Stir and simmer until the shrimp is cooked through, about 1 minute. Set aside on a plate to cool completely.
- Add the cream cheese, ricotta, Parmesan, parsley, egg and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper to a large bowl. Using a spatula, mix together until well combined. Fold in the shrimp and set aside while you make the sauce.
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- For the sauce: Using the same skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and sprinkle over the flour. Cook, whisking, until the roux turns golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Pour in the milk and cream, whisking constantly, and cook until thickened, a few minutes. Add the garlic and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Add the parsley and set aside.
- To assemble: Add 1 cup of sauce to the bottom of a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Using a spoon, fill each of the jumbo shells generously with the shrimp/cream cheese mixture. Lay 20 of the stuffed shells face down in the baking dish. Top with an additional 2 cups of sauce. Sprinkle over half of the shredded mozzarella. Bake, uncovered, until bubbly and hot, about 25 minutes.
- For the second casserole: Assemble a second 9-by-13-inch baking dish with the remaining ingredients as above, then cover with plastic wrap and aluminum foil and freeze. When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Bake, uncovered, until bubbly and cooked through, 35 to 40 minutes.
SEAFOOD-STUFFED SHELLS RECIPE
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and set rack to middle position. In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook shells according to package instructions for baked shells. (Many packages of jumbo shells will give a specific boiling time for dishes that are to be subsequently baked; if yours does not, cook shells for 3 minutes less than the package's recommended cooking time.) Using a spider, slotted spoon, or mesh strainer, carefully transfer shells to a large bowl of cold water until cooled slightly, then drain. (Reserve pasta-cooking water for next step.) Drizzle shells very lightly with oil and toss to coat. Set aside.
- Fill a large bowl with ice water. Poach shrimp in same pot of pasta water until just barely cooked through, 1 to 2 minutes. Drain, chill in ice bath, then drain again. Chop shrimp into small pieces.
- In a mixing bowl, combine crabmeat with shrimp, scallops, Dijon, mayo, Old Bay, shallot, and parsley. Mix well and season with salt and pepper.
- In a small saucepan, melt 1 1/2 tablespoons (20g) butter over medium-high heat (do not allow it to brown). Add flour and whisk to form a paste. Continue to cook, stirring, until raw flour scent is gone, about 1 minute. Whisking constantly, add milk in a thin, steady stream, or in increments of a couple of tablespoons at a time, whisking thoroughly and getting into all corners of pan to maintain a homogeneous texture. The sauce will initially be very thick, then get very thin once all the milk is added. Add bay leaf.
- Heat, stirring, until sauce comes to a simmer and begins to thicken slightly. Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring, until sauce is thick enough to lightly coat the back of a wooden spoon, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Discard bay leaf.
- Spoon remaining 1 cup (240ml) béchamel sauce on top of shells. Melt remaining 2 tablespoons (30g) butter and toss with bread crumbs in a small bowl; season with salt. Sprinkle bread crumbs all over shells.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 593 kcal, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 190 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 36 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 1482 mg, Sugar 6 g, Fat 31 g, ServingSize Serves 4 to 6, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
CREAM CHEESE AND SEAFOOD STUFFED SHELLS
I found this recipe on another website looking for seafood recipes. I think it sounds wonderful and I can't wait to try it. I love seafood so just about any way to fix it is a-ok with me!!
Provided by Redneck Epicurean
Categories Pasta Shells
Time 1h15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Beat together the cream cheese, mayonnaise, sugar, lemon juice, cayenne, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Fold in the crab meat, shrimp, and scallions until evenly combined.
- Stuff the shells with the mixture and place on a serving dish. Cover tightly and refrigerate for at least an hour and up to 12 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 453.4, Fat 32.1, SaturatedFat 17.5, Cholesterol 199.2, Sodium 675, Carbohydrate 12.4, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 4.5, Protein 29.7
CREAMY SEAFOOD STUFFED SHELLS
These Creamy Seafood Stuffed Shells are the perfect pasta dish for your weeknight dinner or meal prep. This meal is loaded with crab meat, shrimp, lobster, and drizzled with a decadent cream sauce and gooey cheese.
Provided by Brandi Crawford
Time 1h5m
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 3 stuffed shells, Calories 538 kcal, Fat 31 g, Carbohydrate 29 g, Protein 39 g
GOOD EVERY DANG TIME SEAFOOD STUFFED SHELLS
Giant pasta shells stuffed with a seafood cheese mixture. Alfredo sauce is poured over all and baked to perfection! Reheats nicely. We like it served with sourdough French bread (#111856)Inexpensive enough to have on our regular menu but nice enough to serve at special occassions. Enjoy!
Provided by Lisa Gay
Categories Pasta Shells
Time 1h
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- Boil giant pasta shells in salted water until they are pliable but not quite completely cooked. While they are cooking, you can make your sauce.
- Melt butter in skillet.
- Add garlic and saute for 3 minute being careful not to burn it.
- Add the cream, milk, salt, lemon zest and bring to a boil. Turn heat to low. Wait 2-3 minutes and add cheeses.
- When cheese has melted, add the lemon juice. Stir over med. heat for 2-3 minutes.
- Make a slurry of water and cornstarch, mixing it well. Add to the sauce and cont. to cook until it thickens nicely. Be sure to keep an eye on it, and to stir it, because it will thicken quickly. Don't overcook it or you will have a paste. It stays nice and creamy even when baked.
- Drain your pasta shells and run under cold water until you can handle them. Stuff with the cheese and seafood mixture.
- Pour the sauce over all and bake 30 minute in a 350 degree oven.
Tips:
- Choose the right pasta shells. Jumbo or large pasta shells work best for this recipe, as they can hold a generous amount of filling and sauce.
- Cook the pasta shells al dente. This means cooking them until they are tender but still have a slight bite to them. Overcooked pasta shells will be mushy and difficult to stuff.
- Be careful when stuffing the pasta shells. Use a small spoon or your fingers to carefully stuff the shells with the cream cheese and seafood filling. Don't overstuff the shells, or they will be difficult to close.
- Use a flavorful sauce. The sauce is an important part of this dish, so make sure to choose one that you enjoy. A simple tomato sauce or a creamy Alfredo sauce are both good options.
- Bake the pasta shells until they are heated through. This usually takes about 15-20 minutes. You can also broil the shells for a few minutes at the end to get a golden brown crust.
Conclusion:
Cream cheese and seafood stuffed shells are a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a few simple tips, you can create a dish that will impress your guests and leave them wanting more.
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