Grotto Seafood-Pasta Casserole Recipe

Name: Grotto Seafood-Pasta Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup green bell pepper, chopped; 2 tablespoons scallions, thinly sliced; 4 tablespoons salted butter (divided); 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon table salt; 2 cups whole milk (pre-heated to about 100 degrees in microwave); 1 large tomatoes, peeled and chopped; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced; 1 1/2 cups monterey jack cheese, with jalapenas (shredded, divided); 3 1/2 cups medium pasta shells, cooked and drained (or, bowtie pasta); 1 lb imitation crabmeat, chopped; 1/2 cup seasoned dry bread crumb; 2 quarts water (for boiling pasta); 1 teaspoon table salt (for boiling pasta); Pam cooking spray

Servings: persons

1/2 cup green bell pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons scallions, thinly sliced
4 tablespoons salted butter (divided)
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon table salt
2 cups whole milk (pre-heated to about 100 degrees in microwave)
1 large tomatoes, peeled and chopped
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced
1 1/2 cups monterey jack cheese, with jalapenas (shredded, divided)
3 1/2 cups medium pasta shells, cooked and drained (or, bowtie pasta)
1 lb imitation crabmeat, chopped
1/2 cup seasoned dry bread crumb
2 quarts water (for boiling pasta)
1 teaspoon table salt (for boiling pasta)
Pam cooking spray

1
Cook your pasta in lightly salted water (about 2/3 of a pound, dry) until tender and drain. Set aside.
2
In a large saucepan, over medium heat, saute the bell pepper and scallions in 2 tablespoons of the butter until tender.
3
Blend in the flour and salt into the pepper-scallion mix, stirring constantly. Gradually stir in the pre-warmed milk. Bring to a boil.
4
Cook and stir the boiling sauce until it thickens and then remove from heat. Stir in the tomato and parsley. Stir in one cup of the cheese until it melts, then, stir in the pasta and crabmeat.
5
Transfer this mix into a 2 1/2 quart casserole dish which has been sprayed with Pam. Cover and bake in a pre-heated 350-degree F. oven for 20 minutes.
6
Melt remaining butter and toss it with the bread crumbs.
7
After the casserole has been in the oven for 20 minutes, remove it and sprinkle first the buttered bread crumbs over it, and then the remaining cheese (on top of the crumbs).
8
Bake UNCOVERED for 5-10 more minutes. The top should be golden brown.

1168

kcal

Calories

Fat

171

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup green bell pepper, chopped, 2 tablespoons scallions, thinly sliced, 4 tablespoons salted butter (divided), 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Grotto Seafood-Pasta Casserole 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.

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Grotto Seafood-Pasta Casserole

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