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Creamy Seafood Lasagna with Shrimp and Crab Recipe

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  • Author: Diane
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Description

This creamy seafood lasagna features tender shrimp and lump crabmeat layered with rich, cheesy sauce and perfectly cooked lasagna noodles. Baked to golden perfection, this dish makes an elegant and satisfying meal for seafood lovers.

Ingredients

Seafood and Pasta

  • 12 lasagna noodles
  • 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 pound lump crabmeat

Sauce and Cheese

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Garnish

  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the lasagna later.
  2. Cook Noodles: Boil the lasagna noodles according to the package directions until al dente, then drain and set aside to prevent sticking.
  3. Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, and sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until they become soft and fragrant, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  4. Cook Shrimp: Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet and cook until they turn pink and opaque, approximately 3 to 4 minutes. Remove the shrimp and set aside for later use.
  5. Create Sauce: In the same skillet, pour in the heavy cream and whole milk. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Continue stirring until the cheese melts completely and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
  6. Combine Seafood and Sauce: Gently fold the cooked shrimp and lump crabmeat into the creamy sauce, ensuring the seafood is well-coated.
  7. Layer Lasagna: Spread a thin layer of the seafood sauce at the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Arrange a layer of lasagna noodles over the sauce.
  8. Add Cheese and Sauce Layers: Spread a layer of ricotta cheese evenly over the noodles, then cover with another layer of seafood sauce. Repeat layering with noodles, ricotta, and sauce, finishing with a top layer of seafood sauce.
  9. Top with Mozzarella: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top layer of sauce for a golden, bubbly finish after baking.
  10. Bake Covered: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes to heat through and blend flavors.
  11. Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown.
  12. Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and garnish with freshly chopped parsley before slicing and serving your creamy seafood lasagna.

Notes

  • For easier handling, cook the noodles a few minutes less than package instructions as they will cook further in the oven.
  • You can substitute the lump crabmeat with imitation crab if desired, though fresh crab gives the best flavor.
  • Use fresh herbs instead of dried basil and oregano if available for a fresher taste.
  • Let the lasagna rest 10 minutes after baking to help it set and make serving easier.
  • This recipe can be doubled for larger gatherings using two baking dishes.
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Find it online: https://eatwithdiane.com/creamy-seafood-lasagna-with-shrimp-and-crab-recipe/