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Creamy Baked Lobster Stuffed Shells for a Gourmet Delight

A gourmet dish featuring jumbo pasta shells stuffed with a creamy lobster and cheese filling, baked to perfection.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces jumbo pasta shells
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 8 ounces cooked lobster meat chopped
  • 1 cup fresh spinach chopped
  • 15 ounces ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese divided
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  3. Add the chopped lobster meat and spinach to the skillet. Cook until the spinach is wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir in the lobster and spinach mixture until well combined.
  5. Spread half of the marinara sauce evenly in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Stuff each cooked pasta shell with the lobster and cheese mixture and place them in the baking dish.
  6. Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the stuffed shells and sprinkle with the remaining mozzarella cheese.
  7. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  8. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute low-fat ricotta cheese and use less cheese overall.
  • Add some diced tomatoes or bell peppers to the filling for extra flavor and nutrition.

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