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Garlic Butter Lobster-Filled Jumbo Pasta Shells

Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dinner, Latest, Main Course, Pasta, Seafood
Cuisine American, Italian
Keyword Garlic Butter Lobster-Filled Jumbo Pasta Shells
Servings 4
Indulgent garlic butter lobster-filled shells in creamy sauce—perfect for date night or special dinners!

Ingredients

For the Shells & Filling:

  • 12 jumbo pasta shells
  • 1 cup cooked lobster meat chopped
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • Salt + pepper to taste

For the Garlic Butter Cream Sauce:

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • cups heavy cream
  • ¼ cup white wine optional, but highly recommended
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • A pinch of nutmeg
  • Salt + pepper to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Cook the Pasta Shells

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the jumbo shells until al dente (about 10–12 minutes, or according to the package). Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking and keep them from sticking together.

Step 2: Make the Lobster Filling

  • In a skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Stir in the lobster meat and cook for 1–2 minutes to warm through and infuse flavor. Transfer to a bowl and let cool slightly. Mix in ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, lemon zest, parsley, and season with salt and pepper. Stir until creamy and evenly combined.

Step 3: Prepare the Cream Sauce

  • In a separate saucepan, melt butter and whisk in flour to make a roux. Gradually add heavy cream and white wine while whisking to avoid lumps. Simmer until thickened (about 5 minutes). Stir in Parmesan, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Keep warm.

Step 4: Assemble the Dish

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish. Fill each shell with a heaping spoonful of the lobster mixture. Arrange the filled shells in the dish, then pour the garlic butter cream sauce over the top. Add extra mozzarella or Parmesan on top if desired.

Step 5: Bake

  • Bake for 20–25 minutes, until bubbly and lightly golden. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.