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Seafood Stuffed Jumbo Shells with Creamy Cheese Sauce

Seafood Stuffed Jumbo Shells with Creamy Cheese Sauce

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Indulge in the comforting elegance of Seafood Stuffed Jumbo Shells with Creamy Cheese Sauce. This delightful dish features tender jumbo pasta shells filled with a rich mixture of succulent seafood, including lobster and crab, all enveloped in a luscious cheesy sauce. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, this recipe is both impressive and easy to make. With a creamy texture and irresistible flavor, it’s sure to become a favorite at your table. Gather your loved ones and enjoy digging into this gourmet comfort food that feels like a warm hug on a plate!

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz lobster meat
  • 8 oz lump crab meat
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
  • 1 ½ tablespoons butter (divided)
  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • ½ cup heavy whipping cream
  • ¾ cup Parmesan Reggiano cheese, grated

Instructions

  1. In a skillet, melt ½ tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute, then add lobster and crab meat; cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through. Remove from heat.
  2. In a bowl, mix the cooked seafood with cream cheese, ½ cup mozzarella, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  3. Cook jumbo shells according to package directions; drain and cool slightly.
  4. In the same skillet, melt remaining butter over medium heat; stir in flour for about 1 minute. Gradually whisk in heavy cream until smooth; add Parmesan and remaining mozzarella until melted.
  5. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread some cheese sauce in a baking dish. Stuff each shell with seafood filling and arrange in the dish; pour remaining sauce on top.
  6. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes; uncover and bake for another 10 minutes until bubbly.

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