Best 5 Large Shell Pasta With Seafood Sauce Recipes

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Welcome to the ultimate guide to tantalizing taste buds with a culinary masterpiece: large shell pasta enveloped in a delectable seafood sauce. Embark on a culinary journey where the flavors of the ocean and the essence of succulent seafood harmonize to create a dish that will leave you craving for more. From the briny kiss of clams to the tender embrace of shrimp, each bite promises an explosion of flavors that dance on your palate. We'll guide you through curating the perfect seafood sauce, the key to unlocking this dish's true potential. Get ready to dive into a world of culinary bliss as we unveil the secrets to creating the best recipe for large shell pasta with seafood sauce.

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LARGE SHELL PASTA WITH SEAFOOD SAUCE



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Categories     Pasta     Shellfish     Tomato     Quick & Easy     Clam     Shrimp     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons olive oil
3 large garlic cloves, chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
1 28-ounce can Italian plum tomatoes, chopped, juices reserved
1 10-ounce can baby clams, drained, juices reserved
4 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon dried basil, crumbled
1 teaspoon anchovy paste
12 ounces large uncooked shrimp, peeled, deveined
12 ounces large shell pasta, freshly cooked

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and dried red pepper and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Mix in tomatoes with reserved juices, reserved clam juices, 2 tablespoons parsley, basil and anchovy paste. Cover skillet and cook 15 minutes. Uncover and simmer until sauce thickens, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes. Add clams and shrimp. Simmer until shrimp are just cooked through, about 3 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Add pasta to sauce; toss to combine. Transfer to large bowl. Garnish with remaining 2 tablespoons parsley.

LARGE SHELL PASTA WITH SEAFOOD SAUCE



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Wonderful recipe that's fast and easy (under 30 minutes)! Great for feeding to company or just the family. I got this recipe from the Bon Appetit archives and have modified it a bit to suit our needs. One option is to replace the clams with all shrimp

Provided by Abby Girl

Categories     Pasta Shells

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons olive oil
3 large garlic cloves, chopped
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, more if desired
28 ounces tomatoes, chopped
1 (10 ounce) can baby clams
4 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon basil
12 ounces large raw shrimp, peeled, deveined
12 ounces large shell pasta, freshly cooked

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and dried red pepper and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Mix in tomatoes with 2 T of the parsley, basil and anchovy paste. Cover skillet and cook 15 minutes.
  • Uncover and simmer until sauce thickens, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes. Add clams and shrimp. Simmer until shrimp are just cooked through, about 3 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Add pasta to sauce; toss to combine. Transfer to large bowl. Garnish with remaining 2 tablespoons parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 593.5, Fat 14.1, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 154.6, Sodium 184.7, Carbohydrate 75.5, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 6.8, Protein 40

GOOD EVERY DANG TIME SEAFOOD STUFFED SHELLS



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Giant pasta shells stuffed with a seafood cheese mixture. Alfredo sauce is poured over all and baked to perfection! Reheats nicely. We like it served with sourdough French bread (#111856)Inexpensive enough to have on our regular menu but nice enough to serve at special occassions. Enjoy!

Provided by Lisa Gay

Categories     Pasta Shells

Time 1h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
1 cup ricotta cheese
2 eggs, beaten
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup crabmeat, pieces, diced small (can use imitation if desired)
1 cup diced shrimp (I use frozen salad size so there are no tails and they are sweeter)
1/2 cup shredded asiago cheese
1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup milk
2 tablespoons butter (do not substitute)
2 -3 garlic cloves (or to taste)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 cup grated asiago cheese
1/2 lemon, juice of
1 teaspoon grated lemon rind
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon cornstarch
16 -20 large pasta shells
1 teaspoon salt
boiling water

Steps:

  • Boil giant pasta shells in salted water until they are pliable but not quite completely cooked. While they are cooking, you can make your sauce.
  • Melt butter in skillet.
  • Add garlic and saute for 3 minute being careful not to burn it.
  • Add the cream, milk, salt, lemon zest and bring to a boil. Turn heat to low. Wait 2-3 minutes and add cheeses.
  • When cheese has melted, add the lemon juice. Stir over med. heat for 2-3 minutes.
  • Make a slurry of water and cornstarch, mixing it well. Add to the sauce and cont. to cook until it thickens nicely. Be sure to keep an eye on it, and to stir it, because it will thicken quickly. Don't overcook it or you will have a paste. It stays nice and creamy even when baked.
  • Drain your pasta shells and run under cold water until you can handle them. Stuff with the cheese and seafood mixture.
  • Pour the sauce over all and bake 30 minute in a 350 degree oven.

SEAFOOD-STUFFED PASTA SHELLS



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Add Italian taste to your family's dinner. Enjoy pasta shells stuffed with crabmeat and shrimps that are ready in about an hour.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

18 uncooked jumbo pasta shells
1 tablespoon margarine or butter
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
1/2 cup chopped bell pepper
1/2 pound asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces (1 1/2 cups)
1 1/2 cups frozen cooked large salad shrimp, thawed
2 cans (6 ounces each) crabmeat, drained (1 3/4 cups)
1 jar (17 ounces) Alfredo pasta sauce
2 tablespoons chopped fresh or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°. Spray rectangular baking dish, 13x9x2 inches, with cooking spray. Cook and drain pasta shells as directed on package.
  • While shells are cooking, melt margarine in 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook onion and bell pepper in margarine 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crisp-tender. Stir in asparagus. Cover and cook 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until asparagus is crisp-tender; remove from heat. Stir in shrimp, crabmeat, 1/2 cup of the pasta sauce and half of the basil.
  • Spread about 1/4 cup of the remaining sauce over bottom of baking dish. Fill each cooked pasta shell with about 2 tablespoons of the seafood mixture. Arrange in dish. Spoon remaining sauce over shells. Sprinkle each filled shell with Parmesan cheese and remaining basil. Bake uncovered 25 to 30 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 505, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 190 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 2 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 660 mg

CREAMY SEAFOOD-STUFFED SHELLS



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Inspired by my love of lasagna, pasta shells and seafood, I created this recipe that's easy to make but special enough to serve company. I serve it with garlic bread and a salad. -Katie P. Sloan, Charlotte, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

24 uncooked jumbo pasta shells
1 tablespoon finely chopped green pepper
1 tablespoon chopped red onion
1 teaspoon plus 1/4 cup butter, divided
2 cans (6 ounces each) lump crabmeat, drained
1 package (5 ounces) frozen cooked salad shrimp, thawed
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons plus 4 cups 2% milk, divided
1-1/2 teaspoons seafood seasoning, divided
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1-1/2 cups grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a small skillet, saute green pepper and onion in 1 teaspoon butter until tender; set aside., In a large bowl, combine crab, shrimp, egg, mozzarella cheese, mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons milk, 1 teaspoon seafood seasoning, pepper and green pepper mixture., Preheat oven to 350°. Drain and rinse pasta; stuff each shell with 1 rounded tablespoon of seafood mixture. Place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. , In a small saucepan, melt remaining butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and coarsely ground pepper; gradually whisk in remaining milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in Parmesan cheese., Pour over stuffed shells. Sprinkle with remaining seafood seasoning. Bake, uncovered, 30-35 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 448 calories, Fat 23g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 148mg cholesterol, Sodium 710mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

Tips:

  • Use the freshest seafood you can find, as this will make a big difference in the flavor of the sauce.
  • If you don't have access to fresh seafood, you can use frozen seafood, just be sure to thaw it completely before using.
  • If you don't have any white wine on hand, you can substitute chicken broth or vegetable broth.
  • Be careful not to overcook the seafood, as it can become tough and rubbery.
  • Serve the pasta with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or basil for a pop of color and flavor.
  • If you want to make the sauce ahead of time, you can store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Conclusion:

This large shell pasta with seafood sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. The combination of shrimp, scallops, and mussels in a creamy tomato sauce is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a seafood pasta dish to try, give this recipe a try, you won't be disappointed!

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