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Garlic Butter Lobster-Filled Jumbo Pasta Shells served in a white ceramic dish with golden cheesy topping and fresh parsley garnish.

Garlic Butter Lobster-Filled Jumbo Pasta Shells Recipe


  • Author: Ava
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

Tender lobster and creamy cheese filling nestled in jumbo pasta shells, baked with a rich garlic butter sauce for a luxurious seafood dinner.


Ingredients

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  • 1216 jumbo pasta shells (cooked al dente)
  • 1½ cups cooked lobster meat, chopped
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • For the sauce: 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes, extra lobster chunks for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta shells until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. Make filling by mixing lobster, ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper.
  3. Stuff each pasta shell with the lobster mixture.
  4. Prepare sauce by melting butter, sautéing garlic, whisking in flour, and adding cream and Parmesan. Simmer until slightly thickened.
  5. Assemble by placing stuffed shells in a baking dish, pouring sauce over, and topping with extra cheese if desired.
  6. Bake at 375°F for 20 minutes covered, then uncover and broil for 2–3 minutes until golden.
  7. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.

Notes

  • Make ahead: Assemble and refrigerate up to 4 hours before baking.
  • Use frozen lobster meat if fresh is unavailable—thaw overnight and pat dry.
  • For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes to the sauce or filling.
  • Substitute crab or shrimp for lobster for a variation.
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 540 kcal
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 820mg
  • Fat: 34g
  • Saturated Fat: 20g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 130mg

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