Description
This luxurious Seafood Lasagna combines premium seafood like crab, scallops, and shrimp with a rich béchamel sauce, creamy ricotta, and layers of melted cheese. A perfect twist on traditional lasagna, this indulgent dish is sure to impress at any gathering or special occasion.
Ingredients
For the Lasagna:
1 pound dried lasagna noodles
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups whole milk
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1 1/2 cups shredded Romano cheese
3 cups ricotta cheese
1 large egg
4 cloves minced garlic
1 pound tiny shrimp
8 ounces lump crab meat
8 ounces cooked lobster meat
1 pound mozzarella cheese
Instructions
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Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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Make the Béchamel Sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk for about 2 minutes until lightly toasted. Gradually add the milk, whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Cook until thickened, about 8-10 minutes.
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Prepare the Ricotta Mixture: In a bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, egg, minced garlic, and season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
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Layer the Lasagna: Spread a thin layer of béchamel sauce on the bottom of the baking dish. Layer lasagna noodles, then a portion of the ricotta mixture, followed by a layer of seafood (shrimp, crab, and lobster). Repeat these layers twice. Top with a final layer of béchamel sauce and a generous sprinkle of mozzarella and Romano cheeses.
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Bake: Cover the lasagna with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly.
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Rest and Serve: Let the lasagna rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing to ensure it sets and is easy to serve.
Notes
- Seafood Options: You can switch up the seafood by using scallops, clams, or any other shellfish you prefer.
- Herb Variations: Add fresh basil or thyme to the ricotta mixture or béchamel sauce for an extra layer of flavor.
- Lighter Version: Use low-fat milk or cottage cheese instead of ricotta for a lighter filling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes (30 minutes covered, 10 minutes uncovered)
- Category: Main Dish, Seafood
- Method: Baking, Layering, Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian, American
