Stuffed Crab Shells Recipe

Name: Stuffed Crab Shells
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 Giant pasta shells, (dried); 1 teaspoon olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 4 Quarts water; 1 pound surimi (imitation crab); 6 ounces low fat cream cheese, softened at room temperature; 6 ounces low fat sour cream; 1 teaspoon freezed dried shallots, chopped; 1/2 teaspoon dried dillweed; 2 large ribs, finely chopped celery; 1 teaspoon creamed horseradish

Servings: persons

8 Giant pasta shells, (dried)
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 Quarts water
1 pound surimi (imitation crab)
6 ounces low fat cream cheese, softened at room temperature
6 ounces low fat sour cream
1 teaspoon freezed dried shallots, chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried dillweed
2 large ribs, finely chopped celery
1 teaspoon creamed horseradish

1
Combine water, olive oil and salt in large stockpot over medium high heat. Add giant pasta shells carefully, after water has come to rolling boil. Cook approximately 12 minutes, (al dente but still hold their shape), then drain, under cool water in colander. Reserve.
2
Combine softened cream cheese with horseradish and seasonings. Gradually stir in sour cream and chopped celery.
3
Shred surimi into small pieces, or shred. Gently blend into cream cheese mixture.
4
Add 1 heaping Tablespoon or more of crab mixture to each cooled shell using muffin tin well to support each shell. Cover and chill at least 2 hours.

993

kcal

Calories

Fat

153

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 Giant pasta shells, (dried), 1 teaspoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 4 Quarts water, and more.

Yes, Stuffed Crab 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.

Stuffed Crab Shells

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