Crab and Seafood Stuffed Shells

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Crab and Seafood Stuffed Shells
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on April 29, 2023

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. jumbo shells
  • 1 cup crab meat
  • 1/2 cup cooked shrimp
  • 1/2 cup cooked scallops
  • 1/2 cup chopped cooked lobster
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups marinara sauce

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  2. Cook shells in a large pot of boiling salted water for 8-10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  3. In a large bowl, mix together crab, shrimp, scallops, lobster, ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, oregano, pepper, and salt.
  4. Spread 1/2 cup of marinara sauce in the bottom of a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  5. Fill each shell with a heaping spoonful of seafood mixture. Arrange the filled shells in the baking dish.
  6. Pour remaining marinara sauce over the shells.
  7. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Interesting Facts

  • Crab and seafood stuffed shells are a great way to use up any leftover seafood you may have.
  • You can substitute other seafood, such as mussels or clams, in place of the shrimp, scallops, and lobster.
  • This dish can also be served as an appetizer or side dish.