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Stuffed Crab Shells

Cultural Context

Stuffed crab shells, a delightful dish from Italian-American cuisine, showcase the rich flavors of crab combined with creamy cheese and herbs. Traditionally served during festive occasions, this dish highlights the bounty of coastal regions and the love for seafood in Italian cooking. Today, variations exist worldwide, often featuring different types of seafood or cheese, making it a versatile favorite at gatherings.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
6 cucchiai di pangrattato
1 cucchiaio di prezzemolo tritato
mezzo cucchiaio di concentrato di pomodoro
sale
pepe
3 cucchiai di olio extra vergine di oliva

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: shredded cheddar

Part-skim mozzarella reduces fat while shredded cheddar is often less expensive.

crab meat

🥗Healthier: canned tuna

💰Cheaper: imitation crab

Canned tuna provides a similar texture at a lower cost.

1

Mescolare il pangrattato, il prezzemolo, il concentrato di pomodoro, il sale, il pepe e l'olio.

2

Distribuire il composto sulle cappesante.

3

Versare un filo di olio sulle cappesante.

4

Cuocere in forno caldo a 180° per circa 10 minuti.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbaking

Equipment Needed

forno

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

shellfishdairy

Also Known As

Crab Stuffed ShellsCrab-Stuffed Pasta
Local Name: Cappesante ripiene

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