Introduction

Seafood lasagna is a creamy, flavorful twist on the classic Italian comfort dish.
This version layers tender seafood, a rich white sauce, herbs, and cheese between sheets
of pasta. It’s elegant enough for special occasions but cozy enough for a family dinner.

Description

This seafood lasagna combines shrimp, crab, and scallops baked in a velvety Alfredo-style
sauce with ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan. Each bite is luxurious, savory, and perfectly
balanced with fresh seafood and herbs.

Ingredients

Seafood Mixture

• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and chopped
• 1 cup scallops
• 1 cup lump crab meat or imitation crab
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt & pepper to taste

White Sauce

• 4 tbsp butter
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 3 cups milk or half-and-half
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Cheese Layer

• 15 oz ricotta cheese
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
• 1 tbsp chopped parsley
• Pinch of salt

Other

• 9 lasagna noodles (cooked or oven-ready)
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella for topping
• Extra Parmesan for layering

Instructions

1. Prepare the Seafood

1. Melt 2 tbsp butter in a skillet.
2. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
3. Add shrimp and scallops; cook until just opaque.
4. Fold in crab meat.
5. Season with salt and pepper; remove from heat.

2. Make the White Sauce

1. Melt 4 tbsp butter in a saucepan.
2. Whisk in flour and cook 1–2 minutes.
3. Slowly add milk while whisking.
4. Add Parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
5. Remove from heat once thickened.

3. Prepare the Cheese Mixture

1. In a bowl, mix ricotta, egg, mozzarella, parsley, and salt.

4. Assemble the Lasagna

1. Spread a thin layer of white sauce in a greased baking dish.
2. Add 3 lasagna noodles.
3. Spread 1/3 of the ricotta mixture.
4. Add 1/3 of the seafood mixture.
5. Spoon more white sauce.
6. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan.
7. Repeat layers twice more.
8. Finish with noodles, sauce, and mozzarella on top.

5. Bake

1. Cover with foil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25 minutes.
2. Uncover and bake 15–20 minutes until golden and bubbly.
3. Let rest 10 minutes before slicing.

Tips

• Don’t overcook the seafood before baking.
• Add spinach to the cheese layer for extra nutrients.
• Use oven-ready noodles to save time.
• Feel free to substitute lobster or clams.
• Add a splash of white wine to the sauce for extra depth.

Correction (Mistakes to Avoid)

• If the dish is watery, drain seafood well before using.
• Cover with foil early to prevent cheese from burning.
• Ensure each layer has enough sauce to prevent dryness.
• If sauce becomes too thick, thin it with extra milk.

Enjoy!

Serve your warm, creamy seafood lasagna with garlic bread, a fresh green salad,
or a glass of chilled white wine. Enjoy a delicious seafood-packed meal!