Description

This Seafood Lasagna Creamy Cheese is a rich, comforting baked pasta layered with tender seafood, creamy garlic parmesan sauce, and a gooey blend of cheeses. It’s perfect for seafood lovers and special gatherings.

Ingredients

9 lasagna noodles (oven-ready or boiled)

1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined

1 cup lump crab meat (or seafood mix)

2 tablespoons olive oil or butter (for sautéing seafood)

4 tablespoons unsalted butter (for roux)

1/4 cup all-purpose flour

2 cups whole milk

1 cup heavy cream

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 teaspoon lemon zest

1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning (plus more to taste)

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese

1 egg

1 tablespoon chopped parsley

2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Sauté the shrimp and crab in olive oil or butter until opaque. Season with salt, pepper, and Old Bay. Set aside.
In a saucepan, melt 4 tbsp butter. Add garlic, cook 30 seconds. Stir in flour and cook to form a roux.
Slowly whisk in milk and cream. Cook until thickened.
Add Parmesan, lemon zest, and a pinch of Old Bay. Adjust seasoning and set sauce aside.
Mix ricotta, egg, parsley, and salt in a bowl.
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a 9×13 dish, spoon a bit of sauce, then layer noodles, ricotta mix, seafood, more sauce, and mozzarella.
Repeat layers, finishing with noodles, sauce, and extra cheese.
Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake another 15-20 minutes until golden.
Let rest 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
Category: Dinner