Jumbo Shells Seafood Fancies

Dive into the decadent flavors of the sea with these irresistible Jumbo Shells Seafood Fancies, a show-stopping dish that combines tender jumbo pasta shells stuffed with a luscious blend of shrimp, crab meat, and creamy cheeses. Perfectly seasoned with garlic, fresh parsley, and a touch of lemon, these shells are smothered in a velvety homemade white sauce and topped with gooey mozzarella and Parmesan for the ultimate baked pasta experience. This seafood pasta bake is an elegant yet comforting recipe that’s ideal for special occasions or indulgent weeknight dinners. Ready in just over an hour and serving up to four, it's a dreamy crowd-pleaser guaranteed to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 16 pieces Jumbo pasta shells
• 1 cup Shrimp (peeled, deveined, and chopped)
• 1 cup Lump crab meat
• 1 cup Ricotta cheese
• 4 oz Cream cheese (softened)
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese (grated, divided)
• 1 cup Mozzarella cheese (shredded)
• 1 large Egg
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 2 tbsp Parsley (fresh, chopped)
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Butter
• 2 tbsp All-purpose flour
• 2 cups Milk
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set them aside to cool slightly.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shrimp, crab meat, ricotta cheese, cream cheese, 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until fully incorporated.

Step 4

Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, whisking constantly, to form a roux.

Step 5

Gradually whisk in the milk, continuing to whisk until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes. Stir in the lemon juice and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.

Step 6

Spread a thin layer of the sauce on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

Step 7

Stuff each cooked jumbo pasta shell with the seafood mixture and place them in the baking dish, open side up.

Step 8

Pour the remaining sauce evenly over the stuffed shells.

Step 9

Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and the remaining 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese over the top.

Step 10

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes. Then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 11

Garnish with additional chopped parsley if desired and serve hot. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1881.5 grams (1881.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3278

Total Fat 202.10g	259%
Saturated Fat 119.20g	596%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.00g
Cholesterol 1327mg	442%
Sodium 7914mg	344%
Total Carbohydrate 99.00g	36%
Dietary Fiber 2.30g	8%
Total Sugars 30.50g
Protein 277.30g	555%

Vitamin D 273IU	1365%
Calcium 5251mg	404%
Iron 8mg	47%
Potassium 3032mg	65%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.7%

Protein: 33.4%

Carbs: 11.9%