Crabmeat, Shrimp 'n' Shells Recipe

Name: Crabmeat, Shrimp 'n' Shells
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups water; 1 lb unpeeled medium raw shrimp; 6 ounces small seashell macaroni; 1 cup thinly sliced celery; 12 medium green pepper, finely chopped; 12 medium sweet red pepper, finely chopped; 12 small purple onion, chopped; 2 green onions, chopped; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley; ¼ cup mayonnaise; ¼ cup Italian dressing; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 ½ teaspoons chopped fresh oregano; ¾ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon pepper; 8 ounces fresh lump crabmeat, drained

Servings: persons

3 cups water
1 lb unpeeled medium raw shrimp
6 ounces small seashell macaroni
1 cup thinly sliced celery
12 medium green pepper, finely chopped
12 medium sweet red pepper, finely chopped
12 small purple onion, chopped
2 green onions, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
¼ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup Italian dressing
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 ½ teaspoons chopped fresh oregano
¾ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
8 ounces fresh lump crabmeat, drained

1
Bring wtaer to a boil; add shrimp, cook 3 to 5 minutes or until shrimp turn pink.
2
Drain well; rinse with cold water.
3
Peel and devein shrimp; set aside.
4
Cook macaroni;drain.
5
Rinse with cold water, drain again.
6
Add selery and next 5 ingredients to macaroni in a serving bowl; stir well.
7
Combine mayonnaise and next 5 ingredients.
8
Add to macaroni mixture.
9
Stir in crabmeat and shrimp.
10
Cover and chill thoroughly.

472

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups water, 1 lb unpeeled medium raw shrimp, 6 ounces small seashell macaroni, 1 cup thinly sliced celery, and more.

Yes, Crabmeat, Shrimp 'n' Shells falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Crabmeat, Shrimp 'n' Shells

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Variations & substitutions

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