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Lasagna with Shrimp & Crab

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This Lasagna with Shrimp & Crab is a creamy, luxurious take on traditional lasagna—layered with tender pasta, succulent shrimp and crab, creamy ricotta, melty mozzarella, and a rich white sauce. Ideal for holidays, special dinners, or seafood lovers.

Ingredients

  • Lasagna layers:
  • 9 lasagna noodles (regular or oven-ready)
  • 1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley or basil, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • Seafood and sauce:
  • 1 lb cooked shrimp, chopped (peeled and deveined)
  • 8 oz lump crab meat
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk or half-and-half
  • 1 tsp lemon zest (optional)
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions if not using oven-ready noodles. Set aside.
  2. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until soft, about 3–4 minutes.
  3. Stir in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes to form a roux. Gradually whisk in milk and simmer until thickened, about 5–7 minutes.
  4. Stir in Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and optional lemon zest and red pepper flakes.
  5. In a separate bowl, mix ricotta, egg, parsley, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  6. Fold shrimp and crab meat gently into the white sauce (reserve a few shrimp for garnish if desired).
  7. In a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, layer sauce, noodles, ricotta mixture, mozzarella, and repeat layers, finishing with sauce, mozzarella, and Parmesan on top.
  8. Bake for 35–40 minutes, until golden and bubbling. Let rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing.
  9. Garnish with reserved shrimp and fresh herbs, and serve warm.

Notes

  • Add spinach, mushrooms, or Cajun seasoning for extra flavor.
  • Alfredo sauce can substitute white sauce in a pinch.
  • Mix milk and heavy cream for a richer, creamier texture.
  • Use canned crab if fresh isn’t available—drain well and check for shells.

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