Large Shell Pasta with Seafood Sauce

Indulge in the luxurious flavors of Large Shell Pasta with Seafood Sauce, a restaurant-quality dish that's surprisingly simple to make at home. This recipe combines tender jumbo pasta shells with a creamy, garlic-infused sauce packed with succulent shrimp, scallops, and briny clams. Deglazed with dry white wine and enriched with heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, the sauce is both elegant and comforting. The seafood is perfectly cooked to retain its delicate texture, while fresh parsley and optional red chili flakes add a burst of freshness and heat. Ready in just 40 minutes, this dish is perfect for entertaining or elevating a weeknight meal. Serve it with a crisp salad and some crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the luscious seafood sauce!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz large shell pasta
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 8 oz raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 8 oz scallops
• 6 oz canned clams, drained
• 0.5 cups dry white wine
• 1 cups heavy cream
• 0.5 cups parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.5 tsp red chili flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the large shell pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain, toss with 1 tablespoon of olive oil to prevent sticking, and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 4

Add the shrimp and scallops to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they are just cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add the remaining butter and olive oil. Pour in the white wine to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits with a spatula. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until reduced slightly.

Step 6

Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream. Simmer for 3-4 minutes, then stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted and the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 7

Return the cooked shrimp, scallops, and clams to the sauce. Stir gently to coat the seafood in the sauce. Add salt, black pepper, and chili flakes (if using). Cook for another 2-3 minutes to warm everything through.

Step 8

Fill the cooked shell pasta with the seafood sauce mixture and arrange them on a serving platter or individual plates.

Step 9

Finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and an additional dusting of Parmesan if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1447.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3287.4

Total Fat 153.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 76.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 898.7mg	0%
Sodium 4690.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 270.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.0g	0%
Total Sugars 10.4g
Protein 172.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 824.5mg	0%
Iron 33.5mg	0%
Potassium 2371.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.8%

Protein: 21.9%

Carbs: 34.3%