Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparation
- Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet and sauté 2 cloves of minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add 1 cup of lobster meat and 1 cup of crab meat, stir gently for 2-3 minutes until heated through, then set aside to cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cooled seafood with 8 ounces of cream cheese and 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese. Season with salt and pepper, mixing until well incorporated.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook 12 jumbo pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain the shells and cool on a kitchen towel.
- In the same skillet, melt 4 tablespoons of butter and whisk in ¼ cup of flour, cooking for about 2 minutes. Gradually add 1 cup of heavy cream and ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously until thick and creamy.
- Spread a thin layer of the creamy sauce at the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Stuff each pasta shell with the seafood filling and place them in the dish, open side up. Pour the remaining sauce over the shells.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Let the shells cool for 5 minutes, garnish with fresh herbs, and serve warm.
Nutrition
Notes
Handle pasta carefully to prevent breakage and ensure sufficient sauce for an enjoyable dish. Fresh seafood greatly enhances flavor.
