Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
1 large crusty bread bowl (sourdough or artisan round)
1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 cup crab meat
1/2 cup scallops
Sauce Ingredients:
2 tablespoons butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 shallot, finely chopped
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 ounces cream cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 375°F.
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Cut the top off the bread bowl and hollow out the center, leaving a thick crust around the edges. Toast the hollowed-out bread in the oven for 8–10 minutes until golden and crisp.
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In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and shallots, cooking until fragrant.
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Add shrimp and scallops, cooking for 2–3 minutes until opaque. Stir in crab meat and cook for another minute.
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Reduce heat and pour in the heavy cream. Add cream cheese, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth.
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Stir in half of the Parmesan and mozzarella cheese until melted and creamy.
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Spoon the seafood mixture into the toasted bread bowl, then top with remaining cheeses.
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Return the bread bowl to the oven and bake for 12–15 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and golden.
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Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
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Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
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Reheating: To reheat, bake at 350°F for about 10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly.
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Variations: Add a pinch of cayenne or red pepper flakes for a spicy version or swap seafood for sautéed mushrooms for a vegetarian option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Main
- Method: Baking, Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free