Seafood Lasagna with Shrimp and Crab

This Seafood Lasagna combines tender shrimp, sweet crab, creamy cheese, and rich white sauce for a luxurious dinner. It’s perfect for holidays, special occasions, or when you want to impress family and friends.

Ingredients

For the Seafood Mixture:

• 1 pound shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped

• 1 pound lump crab meat (fresh or canned, drained)

• 2 tbsp butter

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning

• Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Sauce:

• 4 tbsp butter

• 4 tbsp all-purpose flour

• 4 cups whole milk, warmed

• 1 cup heavy cream

• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• Salt and pepper to taste

Other Ingredients:

• 9 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained

• 2 cups ricotta cheese

• 1 egg

• 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded

• ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated

• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. Cook the Seafood

• Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.

• Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

• Stir in shrimp and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until pink.

• Add crab meat and Old Bay seasoning. Stir well and remove from heat.

2. Make the White Sauce

• In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.

• Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute to form a roux.

• Slowly whisk in warm milk and heavy cream until smooth.

• Add Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

• Simmer for 5 to 7 minutes until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat.

3. Prepare Ricotta Mixture

• In a small bowl, mix ricotta cheese with the egg and a pinch of salt. Set aside.

4. Assemble the Lasagna

• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

• Spread a thin layer of sauce on the bottom of a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.

• Place 3 cooked lasagna noodles on top.

• Spread half of the ricotta mixture, half of the seafood, and ⅓ of the sauce.

• Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.

• Repeat layers, ending with noodles, sauce, and mozzarella on top.

• Finish with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.

5. Bake

• Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.

• Remove foil and bake another 15 minutes until golden and bubbly.

• Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Tips and Variations

• Extra Seafood: Add scallops or chunks of cooked lobster for more flavor.

• Make Ahead: Assemble up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerate until baking.

• Herb Boost: Add fresh basil or dill to the ricotta mixture for freshness.

This Seafood Lasagna with Shrimp and Crab is creamy, cheesy, and packed with rich flavors, making it a show-stopping dish for seafood lovers.