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Ultimate Seafood Stuffed Shells

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These Ultimate Seafood Stuffed Shells are a creamy, cheesy baked pasta dish filled with shrimp, crab, and ricotta, topped with Alfredo sauce and melted mozzarella. Rich and indulgent yet simple to make, this seafood pasta recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

  • 20 jumbo pasta shells
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped
  • 1 cup lump crab meat
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
  • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg, lightly beaten
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning (or paprika)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 cups Alfredo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Boil jumbo pasta shells in salted water until just al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, mix shrimp, crab, ricotta, ½ cup mozzarella, parmesan, egg, garlic, lemon juice, Old Bay, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour 1 cup Alfredo sauce into the bottom of a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
  4. Fill each shell with the seafood mixture and arrange in the dish.
  5. Pour remaining Alfredo sauce over the shells. Top with remaining mozzarella cheese.
  6. Cover with foil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25 minutes. Uncover and bake another 10 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Notes

  • Swap Alfredo for marinara or blush sauce for variation.
  • Use scallops, lobster, or white fish instead of shrimp or crab.
  • Add sautéed spinach or mushrooms for extra veggies.
  • Add red pepper flakes for a spicy twist.
  • Great make-ahead dish—assemble earlier and bake when ready.

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