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Delicious Seafood Lasagna layered with shrimp, scallops, and creamy sauce.

Decadent Seafood Lasagna with Shrimp & Crab

A rich and indulgent seafood lasagna featuring layers of shrimp, crab, and creamy cheese that will transport you to a cozy seaside eatery.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian, Seafood
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For the Filling
  • 2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 cup fresh crab meat, picked over for shells Use fresh jumbo lump crab if available.
  • 1 cup cooked shrimp, chopped Fresh shrimp is ideal; frozen shrimp works if thawed.
For Assembly
  • 9-12 pieces lasagna noodles (preferably no-cook)
  • Extra mozzarella for topping
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Pour in the heavy cream and let it simmer, stirring occasionally, until it starts to thicken, approximately 5 minutes.
  4. Mix in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat.
Mixing the Filling
  1. In a separate bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, dried oregano, dried basil, crab meat, and cooked shrimp.
  2. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly combined and set aside.
Assembling the Lasagna
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of the white sauce on the bottom.
  3. Place two lasagna noodles over the sauce, followed by a generous portion of the seafood filling and another layer of sauce.
  4. Repeat this process, layering noodles, filling, and sauce, until all ingredients are used, finishing with noodles topped with sauce and a sprinkle of extra mozzarella.
Baking
  1. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
  2. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly.
  3. Allow to cool for 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

You can make this lasagna a day in advance and refrigerate it overnight before baking. Substitute the seafood with sautéed vegetables for a vegetarian option. Use gluten-free noodles to cater to dietary restrictions. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.