Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of creamy seafood stuffed shells, where tender jumbo pasta meets a luxurious filling of shrimp, crab, and scallops. Baked in marinara sauce and topped with melted cheese, this dish is a showstopper for any occasion. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, these shells promise to delight your taste buds with every cheesy bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 jumbo pasta shells
- 1 cup fresh seafood mix (shrimp, crab, scallops)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach (wilted)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup marinara sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook jumbo pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente (about 8-10 minutes).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté spinach until wilted (3-4 minutes). Remove from heat.
- In a bowl, combine cooked spinach, cream cheese, seafood mix, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and half of the Parmesan cheese. Mix until well combined.
- Stuff each shell generously with the filling using a spoon or piping bag.
- Spread marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish. Place filled shells upright and cover with remaining sauce and Parmesan cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; then remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed shells
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - Feel free to substitute ricotta for cream cheese for a lighter option. - Add fresh herbs like parsley or dill for extra flavor. - For leftovers, store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.