Craving a delectable and impressive dish that combines the richness of salmon with the comforting embrace of pasta? Look no further than salmon stuffed pasta shells! This culinary masterpiece is a symphony of flavors, textures, and colors, sure to tantalize your taste buds and captivate your senses. Imagine tender pasta shells generously filled with a luscious salmon mixture, bathed in a creamy sauce, and adorned with a sprinkle of herbs or a touch of grated Parmesan cheese. Whether you're hosting a special occasion dinner or simply seeking a delightful meal to elevate your weeknight routine, this article has you covered.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
SALMON-STUFFED PASTA SHELLS
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Coat a large baking dish lightly with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add shells and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 9 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons oil in a well-seasoned frying pan over medium-high heat. Cook salmon with onion, garlic, dill, and parsley in the hot oil until it easily flakes with a fork, flipping once, about 10 minutes total. Add white wine and cream cheese. Fold into the fish mixture until everything is well coated. Season with salt and pepper.
- Drain pasta shells. Stuff shells with mixture and place into the prepared baking dish. Cover with foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly and heated through, about 20 minutes.
- While the shells are cooking, mix half-and-half, wine, cream cheese, dill, butter, garlic, salt, and pepper together in a saucepan and cook the sauce over medium heat until butter and cream cheese have melted, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Remove shells from the oven and top with cream sauce. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 755.7 calories, Carbohydrate 37.6 g, Cholesterol 154 mg, Fat 47.1 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 34.2 g, SaturatedFat 20.8 g, Sodium 311.6 mg, Sugar 2 g
CREAMY SEAFOOD-STUFFED SHELLS
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
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.
PASTA SHELLS WITH SALMON
A recipe from a Safcol brochure. This is supposed to be made with the really big pasta shells so it looks pretty - I can normally buy them from the local Italian grocery. But I think it would be just as good with small pasta.
Provided by RemyGage
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook pasta, drain and toss with a little oil and set aside.
- Combine salmon, ricotta, half of the parmesan, half of the basil, salt and pepper.
- Stuff the pasta shells with this mixture and place on a serving platter or baking dish.
- Bring cream and wine to the boil, reduce heat and simmer.
- Add remaining parmesan cheese and basil and pour over pasta.
- Cover with foil and bake for 10-15 minutes in a moderate oven.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 984.2, Fat 43.8, SaturatedFat 25.1, Cholesterol 166.7, Sodium 527.5, Carbohydrate 98.7, Fiber 4, Sugar 3.9, Protein 45.8
GOOD EVERY DANG TIME SEAFOOD STUFFED SHELLS
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
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.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh salmon. If using frozen salmon, thaw it completely before cooking.
- To make the salmon easier to shred, cook it until it is just opaque in the center. Overcooked salmon will be dry and difficult to shred.
- Use a large pot to cook the pasta shells. This will ensure that they cook evenly and don't stick together.
- When stuffing the pasta shells, be careful not to overfill them. Otherwise, they may burst open during baking.
- To prevent the pasta shells from drying out, cover the baking dish with foil before baking.
- Serve the pasta shells immediately after baking. They are best when they are hot and cheesy.
Conclusion:
Salmon stuffed pasta shells are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. They are also a great way to use up leftover salmon. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and tasty meal, give this recipe a try.
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