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Lobster Stuffed Shells

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🦞 Indulge in this luxurious seafood pasta dish that combines tender lobster and succulent shrimp in a creamy cheese sauce, all nestled in perfectly cooked pasta shells
πŸ§€ Perfect for special occasions or romantic dinners, this restaurant-quality recipe brings the elegance of fine dining right to your home kitchen

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

25 jumbo pasta shells

5 ounces lobster meat (approximately 3 medium tails)

2 tablespoons minced red pepper for the best flavor and texture

2 tablespoons minced onion

1 tablespoon butter for sautΓ©ing

1/4 cup butter for sauce

Additional butter for brushing lobster

1 package frozen shrimp (about 71/90 count, thawed)

1 1/2 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning for topping

Freshly ground pepper to taste

Salt to taste

1/4 cup flour

4 cups 2% milk

A large pinch of nutmeg

A few dashes of hot sauce

1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan cheese

1 large beaten egg

1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese

1/3 cup ricotta cheese

Green onions for garnish

Instructions

1-Begin by boiling and draining 25 jumbo pasta shells according to package instructions until they are al dente, then set them aside to cool.

2-Broil the lobster tails brushed with butter for a few minutes until cooked, then chop the meat into bite-sized pieces to retain its juiciness and flavor.

3-In a pan, sautΓ© the 2 tablespoons of minced onion and 2 tablespoons of minced red pepper in 1 tablespoon of butter until soft and aromatic.

4-Add the thawed package of frozen shrimp, seasoning with 1 1/2 teaspoons of Old Bay and freshly ground pepper, and cook until the shrimp turn pink.

5-For the cheese sauce, melt 1/4 cup of butter in a pot, whisk in 1/4 cup of flour to make a roux, then gradually add 4 cups of 2% milk while stirring to avoid lumps.

6-Season the sauce with a large pinch of nutmeg, salt, pepper, and a few dashes of hot sauce, then stir in 1 1/2 cups of grated Parmesan until it melts into a creamy mixture.

7-Combine the shrimp, chopped lobster, 1 large beaten egg, 1/2 cup grated mozzarella, and 1/3 cup ricotta in a bowl to form the seafood filling.

8-Stuff each cooled pasta shell with this mixture, arrange them in a greased baking pan, cover with the cheese sauce, and sprinkle extra Old Bay on top.

9-Bake the shells at 350Β°F for 30 to 35 minutes until they are bubbly and slightly browned, then garnish with green onions if desired.

10-First Step: Preheat your oven and prepare the pasta shells as described.

11-Second Step: Broil and chop the lobster, then sautΓ© the veggies and shrimp.

12-Third Step: Make the cheese sauce and mix the seafood filling.

13-Fourth Step: Stuff the shells, assemble in the pan, and bake.

Last Step:

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Notes

πŸ¦€ Use strong kitchen scissors to easily cut through lobster shells when removing the meat
πŸ”₯ Broil lobster tails briefly to retain their natural juices and prevent overcooking
⏰ Prepare the casserole ahead of time and refrigerate – just add 10-15 minutes to the baking time when ready to serve

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian-American Seafood

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 shells
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 507mg
  • Fat: 13g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 21g
  • Cholesterol: 82mg