Description
Warm and hearty stuffed seafood bread bowls filled with a creamy mixture of shrimp, crab, and scallops. Perfect as a cozy meal or an elegant appetizer, these bread bowls are sure to impress!
Ingredients
4 small round bread loaves (sourdough or Italian)
2 tbsp butter
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup cooked shrimp, chopped
1/2 cup cooked crab meat
1/2 cup cooked scallops, chopped
1/4 tsp paprika
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Hollow out bread loaves by cutting off the tops and scooping out the centers, leaving thick shells. Reserve the tops.
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the flour to form a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in milk and cream. Cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.
- Add Parmesan cheese, shrimp, crab, scallops, paprika, and cayenne. Season with salt and pepper. Heat for 2-3 minutes.
- Fill the bread bowls with the seafood mixture. Replace tops, place on a baking sheet, and bake for 10-12 minutes until warm and crisp.
- Garnish with parsley and serve.
Notes
Substitute seafood or bread as desired.
Adjust spices to taste.
Store leftover filling in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Main Course
- Method: Baking, Stove-top
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 450 kcal
