Description

These Seafood Stuffed Shells are the ultimate creamy, cheesy comfort food — packed with tender lobster, sweet crab meat, and a rich blend of cream cheese, mozzarella, and Parmesan. Baked to perfection in a luscious homemade cream sauce, this elegant seafood pasta dish is perfect for holidays, date nights, or whenever you’re craving something indulgent. Easy to make ahead and freezer-friendly!

Ingredients

For the Seafood Filling:

8 oz lobster meat

8 oz lump crab meat

3 garlic cloves, minced

1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

Salt & black pepper, to taste

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided

1 ½ tablespoons butter, divided

8 oz cream cheese, softened

½ cup heavy whipping cream

¾ cup grated Parmesan Reggiano

For the Pasta:

20–24 jumbo pasta shells

For Baking:

Aluminum foil

Optional: Extra Parmesan, fresh parsley or herbs for garnish

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Instructions

Cook the Seafood:
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt ½ tablespoon butter. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add lobster and crab, sauté for 2–3 minutes. Remove from heat.
Mix the Filling:
In a large bowl, combine seafood with cream cheese, ½ cup mozzarella, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
Boil Shells:
Cook pasta shells according to package directions. Drain and cool slightly.
Make the Sauce:
In the same skillet, melt remaining 1 tbsp butter. Whisk in flour, cooking for 1 minute. Slowly add heavy cream, then stir in Parmesan and remaining ½ cup mozzarella. Cook until creamy.
Assemble:
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread some sauce in a greased baking dish. Stuff shells with seafood mixture. Arrange in dish and pour remaining sauce on top.
Bake:
Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 10 minutes, until bubbly and golden.
Serve:
Let cool slightly. Garnish with parsley or extra Parmesan and serve warm.

Notes

Add shrimp for extra seafood goodness.
Spice it up with red pepper flakes.
Sub in ricotta cheese for a lighter filling.
Add a splash of lemon juice for brightness.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner, Pasta
Method: oven
Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired