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Cajun Baked Tuna Shells

Recipe by @theboldappetite

Looking for inspiration for a protein-forward weeknight dinner? How about trying these Creamy Cajun Tuna Shells? Coming together in under an hour, these shells are creamy, delicious, and perfect for the whole family—who doesn’t love baked shells?!

Making these shells couldn't be easier, especially with Wild Planet Skipjack Wild Tuna. Their tuna boasts a firm texture, clean taste, and high nutritional content. That's because Wild Planet Tuna is just that: tuna, nothing else. It's cooked only once to retain all the Omega-3s and nutritional benefits you expect from tuna.

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Cajun Baked Tuna Shells

@theboldappetite

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Servings

5

Recipe by @theboldappetite

Looking for inspiration for a protein-forward weeknight dinner? How about trying these Creamy Cajun Tuna Shells? Coming together in under an hour, these shells are creamy, delicious, and perfect for the whole family—who doesn’t love baked shells?!

Making these shells couldn't be easier, especially with Wild Planet Skipjack Wild Tuna. Their tuna boasts a firm texture, clean taste, and high nutritional content. That's because Wild Planet Tuna is just that: tuna, nothing else. It's cooked only once to retain all the Omega-3s and nutritional benefits you expect from tuna.

Ingredients

  • 2 (5oz) cans Wild Planet Skipjack Wild Tuna

  • 15 oz whole milk Ricotta

  • 3/4 lb low moisture Mozzarella, grated & separated

  • 2 Tbsp Parsley, chopped

  • 1/2 tsp Cajun seasoning

  • 3 Garlic Cloves finely grated

  • 25 large Jumbo Pasta Shells

    • Cajun Béchamel

  • 3 Tbsp Butter

  • 1 tsp Cajun seasoning

  • 3 Tbsp Flour

  • 2 cups Half and Half

  • 1/2 cup Pasta Water (save 1 cup in case more is needed)

  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese

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Directions

  1. Begin by boiling the shells (20-25, some might break) in salty water as per packaging instructions. Save 1 cup of pasta water before draining.

  2. While the shells are cooking combine the filling (Wild Planet Skipjack Tuna, ricotta, 3/4 of the shredded mozzarella, grated garlic, parsley, Cajun seasoning and a heavy pinch of salt - approx. 1/2 tsp).

  3. When the pasta is done cooking allow the shells to cool for a few minutes before stuffing.

  4. To make the sauce melt 3 Tbsp of butter in a pan over medium-low heat. Once melted add the Cajun seasoning to bloom the spice. Cook for 1 minute.

  5. Add the flour and cook for 2-3 minutes, mixing regularly to prevent burning.

  6. Add the half and half and whisk vigorously to combine. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens. Thin out with 1/2 cup of pasta water and simmer for another 1-2 minutes. Salt to taste after the pasta water has been added.

  7. The sauce should not be overly thick but should be able to coat the back of a spoon. Use more pasta water if needed.

  8. Place half the sauce on the bottom of a large baking dish and add the stuffed shells on top. Top with the remaining sauce and the rest of the mozzarella

  9. Bake in a 375℉ oven for 20-25 minutes.

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