Description
This decadent Seafood Lasagna combines succulent shrimp and lump crab meat layered with creamy ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses, all enveloped in a rich, homemade white sauce. Baked to bubbly, golden perfection, this indulgent dish delivers a delightful balance of flavors and textures, perfect for a special family dinner or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 12 lasagna noodles, cooked al dente
Seafood
- 1 cup shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup crab meat, lump
Cheese
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Sauce
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups whole milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) ensuring it reaches the proper temperature for baking your lasagna evenly.
- Make Roux: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Whisk in the all-purpose flour and cook for about 2 minutes until the mixture turns golden, creating a roux that will thicken your sauce.
- Prepare Sauce: Gradually pour in the whole milk while whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Continue whisking until the sauce thickens, approximately 5 to 7 minutes.
- Season Sauce: Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to taste. Remove the sauce from heat and mix in the chopped fresh parsley for freshness.
- Layer Ingredients: In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of the prepared sauce. Layer 3 cooked lasagna noodles, half the ricotta cheese, half the seafood mixture (shrimp and crab), and one-third of the shredded mozzarella cheese. Repeat the layers, finishing with noodles, remaining sauce, and topping with the remaining mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bake Covered: Cover the baking dish with foil to prevent excessive browning and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
- Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and continue baking for another 15 minutes to achieve a bubbly, golden top.
- Rest Before Serving: Allow the lasagna to cool for 10 minutes to set properly, making it easier to slice and serve.
Notes
- Ensure lasagna noodles are cooked al dente to avoid mushy layers.
- Use fresh seafood for the best flavor and texture.
- Adjust seasoning of the sauce according to your taste preference.
- Allowing the lasagna to rest before serving helps the layers set.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven.
