Jumbo Shells Stuffed With Crabmeat Recipe

Name: Jumbo Shells Stuffed With Crabmeat
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 large pasta shells; 1 lb lump crabmeat; 2/3 cup olive oil, divided use; 1/4 cup lemon juice, divided use; 1 tablespoon drained and rinsed capers, chopped; 2 tablespoons pine nuts, chopped; 2 tablespoons minced flat leaf parsley; salt; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/2 cup basic vinaigrette; lettuce leaf; watercress leaf (to garnish); lemon wedge

Servings: persons

12 large pasta shells
1 lb lump crabmeat
2/3 cup olive oil, divided use
1/4 cup lemon juice, divided use
1 tablespoon drained and rinsed capers, chopped
2 tablespoons pine nuts, chopped
2 tablespoons minced flat leaf parsley
salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 cup basic vinaigrette
lettuce leaf
watercress leaf (to garnish)
lemon wedge

1
Cook pasta shells, gently until al dente.
2
Remove with a slotted spoon to drain.
3
While still hot mix carefully with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2.
4
tablespoons lemon juice and 1 tablespoon parsley.
5
Drain any juice from crabmeat, discard juice.
6
Mix the crab with remaining olive oil, lemon juice, capers, nuts, parsley, salt and cayenne pepper.
7
Stuff shells and refrigerate until shortly before serving.
8
Arrange lettuce on salad places, add 2 shells per plate.
9
Drizzle lightly with vinaigrette dressing.
10
Garnish with watercress and lemon wedges.
11
Cooking time is fridge time.

1524

kcal

Calories

Fat

225

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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 large pasta shells, 1 lb lump crabmeat, 2/3 cup olive oil, divided use, 1/4 cup lemon juice, divided use, and more.

Yes, Jumbo Shells Stuffed With Crabmeat 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!

Jumbo Shells Stuffed With Crabmeat

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Variations & substitutions

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