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### Instructions
1. **Preheat Oven:**
Set oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
2. **Make the Filling:**
In a bowl, combine the chopped lobster, ricotta, parmesan, parsley, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and well incorporated.
3. **Stuff the Shells:**
Gently fill each cooked shell with the lobster mixture and place them snugly into the prepared baking dish.
4. **Prepare the Garlic Butter Sauce:**
In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. If desired, whisk in flour and cook for another minute for a slightly thicker sauce. Add cream, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
5. **Assemble and Bake:**
Pour the sauce evenly over the stuffed shells. Sprinkle with extra parmesan cheese and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until hot and bubbling.
6. **Serve:**
Garnish with fresh parsley or lemon wedges. Serve immediately with crusty bread or a green salad.
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### Tips & Variations
* **No Lobster?** Substitute with crab, shrimp, or a combination of seafood.
* **Add Spinach:** Mix in sautéed spinach with the filling for added color and nutrition.
* **Make Ahead:** You can stuff the shells and refrigerate them a day in advance. Add the sauce just before baking.
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### Why You’ll Love It
* **Restaurant-Worthy:** Rich and refined, this dish is made to impress.
* **Simple Ingredients, Bold Flavor:** Lobster, garlic, butter, and cheese create a craveable, luxurious combo.
* **Perfect for Special Occasions:** Ideal for holidays, anniversaries, or treating someone special.
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**Garlic Butter Lobster-Filled Jumbo Pasta Shells** are everything you want in a seafood pasta dish: indulgent, elegant, and full of unforgettable flavor. It’s a little taste of coastal luxury—without the reservation.
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