**Indulge in a Culinary Delight: Discover the Exquisite Flavors of Jumbo Pasta Shells Stuffed with Succulent Shrimp**
Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a culinary masterpiece - jumbo pasta shells extravagantly stuffed with succulent shrimp, a symphony of flavors swimming in a creamy and luscious sauce. This delectable dish promises an explosion of textures and tastes with every bite. Dive into a medley of succulent shrimp enveloped in a velvety cheese filling, all nestled within colossal pasta shells, each morsel a perfect harmony of flavors. As you savor this culinary delight, let the rich and creamy sauce caress your palate, leaving you craving more. Allow your senses to be captivated by the medley of herbs and spices that dance on your tongue. The jumbo pasta shells, acting as edible vessels, generously embrace the exquisite filling, making this dish not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual spectacle. Embark on a culinary journey with our diverse selection of recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish, ensuring an unforgettable dining experience.
SHRIMP AND RICOTTA STUFFED JUMBO PASTA SHELLS
Found this in a local grocery store flyer. It was delicious and quite easy to make! Crab could be substituted for the shrimp, I think, and I might try that in future.
Provided by Kathleen Constance
Categories < 4 Hours
Time 1h20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook the pasta shells as per the package directions. Drain, reserving 1/4 cup of the cooking liquid. Cool the pasta shells in cold water and drain well again. Set aside.
- Set 24 of the shrimp aside in a small bowl and refrigerate until needed. Coursely chop the remaining shrimp and place in a medium bowl. Mix in the ricotta, pesto, eggs, 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, flour, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F Pour the jar of pasta sauce into a large, wide baking dish; stir in the reserved pasta cooking liquid. Spoon the ricotta/shrimp mixture into the pasta shells and set them on top of the pasta sauce. Set a whole shrimp on top of each shell. Sprinkle the shells with the 1 cup mozzarella cheese and the Parmesan cheese. Cover with foil and bake 30 minutes. Uncover and bake 15 minutes more, or until the tops are golden and the sauce is bubbling.
- Suggested serving size is 4 shells each.
SHRIMP STUFFED JUMBO PASTA SHELLS
Make and share this Shrimp Stuffed Jumbo Pasta Shells recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Chef Songull
Categories Pasta Shells
Time 35m
Yield 24 shells, 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat broiler.
- Melt butter in a 12" skillet.
- Sautee shrimp, mushrooms, and garlic just until the shrimp begins to turn pink (set aside).
- In a saucepan heat sour cream (but do not boil).
- Add to the sour cream the salt, pepper, paprika, and soy sauce and heat for just a minute or two (stirring constantly).
- Remove from heat a add the shrimp mixture.
- Cook pasta shells in boiling water until tender, drain and rinse with cold water until cooled.
- Fill shells with shrimp mixture, top with parmesan cheese.
- Broil until tops are golden brown and bubbling.
Tips:
- Make sure to use jumbo pasta shells for this recipe, as they will hold the filling better and provide a more satisfying bite.
- If you don't have any cooked shrimp on hand, you can easily make your own by boiling them for a few minutes until they are pink and opaque.
- Feel free to add other vegetables to the filling, such as chopped bell peppers, zucchini, or mushrooms.
- If you don't have any Alfredo sauce, you can make your own by melting butter in a saucepan and whisking in flour. Then, slowly whisk in milk until the sauce has reached the desired consistency.
- To prevent the pasta shells from sticking together, make sure to coat them in a little bit of olive oil before baking.
- You can also top the pasta shells with grated Parmesan cheese before baking for an extra cheesy flavor.
Conclusion:
This shrimp stuffed jumbo pasta shells recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of shrimp, cheese, and Alfredo sauce is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting pasta dish, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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