Seafood Lasagna Shrimp Crab

Enjoy a showstopping seafood lasagna, brimming with succulent shrimp, tender crab meat, and three types of cheese. Each layer blends ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, and a hint of fresh parsley, nestled between perfectly cooked noodles. The savory Alfredo sauce and touch of heavy cream lend a rich, silky character, while sautéed garlic infuses each bite with aroma. A final sprinkling of breadcrumbs ensures a golden, crisp topping. Baked until bubbling and fragrant, this dish is perfect for a comforting dinner, impressing guests, or making any night memorable with a touch of luxurious seafood flavor.

Ingredients

• Lasagna noodles: Wide pasta is the perfect base Look for noodles with ridges which hold sauce better
• Shrimp: Fresh or frozen work just make sure they are peeled and deveined Fresh shrimp will make the flavor pop even more
• Crab meat: Lump crab is best for texture Avoid imitation crab for best results
• Ricotta cheese: Gives the filling its creamy body Check for whole milk ricotta it tastes richer
• Mozzarella cheese: Melts to gooey strings Shred your own for freshness
• Parmesan cheese: Adds salty sharp flavor Grate fresh from a block for best results
• Alfredo sauce: Choose good quality jarred or make your own It is the backbone of the creamy layers
• Heavy cream: Boosts richness in your cheese filling Always use full fat
• Garlic: Brings a savory base flavor Use fresh cloves and mince well
• Olive oil: Needed to sauté the seafood Use extra virgin if possible for the best flavor
• Fresh parsley: Adds a pop of color and freshness Choose bright green unblemished leaves
• Salt and black pepper: Season everything to taste Freshly cracked pepper is extra delicious
• Red pepper flakes: Optional for a gentle kick Start light if serving to kids
• Breadcrumbs: For a golden crispy topping Homestyle or panko both work well

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare the Pasta:

Boil noodles in salted water until just al dente then drain well and lay flat to keep them from sticking Noodles that are overcooked will turn mushy in the final bake

Cook the Seafood:

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium Add garlic and cook for about one minute until just fragrant Add shrimp and cook until pink about four minutes Stir in crab meat season with salt pepper and red pepper flakes and cook for two more minutes Remove from heat As soon as shrimp turns pink it is ready do not overcook or it gets rubbery

Mix the Cheeses:

Combine ricotta one cup mozzarella half a cup Parmesan heavy cream and parsley in a bowl Stir until fully blended Add a little more cream if it feels too thick This mixture should be rich and scoopable

Layer the Lasagna:

Spoon a thin layer of Alfredo sauce on the bottom of your baking dish Layer pasta noodles followed by a third of the cheese then seafood and a drizzle of Alfredo Repeat twice more ending with noodles and sauce on top Make sure every noodle gets covered so it bakes up tender

Top and Bake:

Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan evenly over the finished layers Top with breadcrumbs for irresistible crunch Cover with foil and bake at 375 degrees for twenty five minutes Remove the foil and bake about fifteen minutes more until the top is golden and bubbling

Rest and Serve:

Let the finished lasagna sit uncovered for ten minutes before cutting This helps everything set Serve with extra parsley and enjoy

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Seafood Lasagna Shrimp Crab

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Layers of shrimp, crab, and cheese with creamy Alfredo sauce and crunchy topping, baked until bubbly.

• Author: Julia
• Prep Time: 30 min
• Cook Time: 40 min
• Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
• Yield: 4 1x
• Category: Main Dishes
• Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

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Pasta

12 lasagna noodles

→ Seafood

1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined

1 lb crab meat

→ Cheeses

2 cups ricotta cheese

2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Sauces and Creams

4 cups Alfredo sauce

1 cup heavy cream

→ Seasonings

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

1 tsp salt

1 tsp black pepper

1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

→ Toppings

1/2 cup breadcrumbs

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F). Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, approximately 3-4 minutes. Add crab meat, season with salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes, and cook for 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

3. In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, 1 cup mozzarella cheese, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, heavy cream, and chopped parsley until well combined.

4. Spread a thin layer of Alfredo sauce on the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish. Add a layer of lasagna noodles, then spread 1/3 of the cheese mixture over the noodles. Add 1/3 of the seafood mixture on top and drizzle with Alfredo sauce. Repeat this layering process two more times, finishing with noodles and Alfredo sauce on top.

5. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the top layer. Add breadcrumbs for a crunchy texture. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, until golden and bubbly.

6. Let the lasagna sit for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional parsley if desired.

Notes

1. Ensure the Alfredo sauce is evenly distributed for consistent flavor.
2. Do not overcook shrimp; they should remain tender and juicy.