Ah, a Shrimp and Crab Lasagna sounds delicious! Here’s a full recipe for a creamy, seafood-packed lasagna that’s sure to impress.
Shrimp and Crab Lasagna Recipe
Ingredients (Serves 6–8)
For the Seafood Filling:
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1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
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1 lb lump crab meat, drained
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2 tbsp butter
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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1/2 tsp paprika
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Salt & pepper to taste
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1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
For the Creamy Sauce:
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4 tbsp butter
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4 tbsp all-purpose flour
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4 cups milk (whole or 2%)
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1/2 cup heavy cream
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1/4 tsp nutmeg
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Salt & pepper to taste
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
For the Lasagna:
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9–12 lasagna noodles (pre-cooked or no-boil)
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2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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Optional: 1/2 cup ricotta for extra creaminess
Instructions
1. Prepare the Seafood:
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In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
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Add garlic and onion; sauté until fragrant and soft.
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Add shrimp, season with paprika, salt, and pepper; cook until pink (~3–4 minutes).
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Remove shrimp, chop roughly, and combine with crab meat in a bowl. Stir in parsley.
2. Make the Creamy Sauce:
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In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
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Whisk in flour to form a roux; cook 1–2 minutes.
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Gradually whisk in milk and cream, stirring constantly until smooth and thickened (~5–7 minutes).
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Add nutmeg, salt, pepper, and Parmesan. Remove from heat.
3. Assemble the Lasagna:
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Spread a thin layer of sauce on the bottom of a 9×13 baking dish.
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Layer noodles over sauce.
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Spread 1/3 of the seafood mixture over noodles.
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Pour 1/3 of the creamy sauce over seafood.
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Sprinkle 1/3 of the mozzarella.
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Repeat layers twice (noodles → seafood → sauce → cheese). Finish with mozzarella and Parmesan on top.
4. Bake:
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Cover with foil and bake 25 minutes.
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Remove foil and bake another 10–15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
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Let stand 10 minutes before serving for easier slicing.
Tips for Best Results:
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Use fresh or high-quality seafood for maximum flavor.
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For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for cream and use less cheese.
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Add a splash of white wine to the sauce for extra depth.
If you want, I can also make a quick 30-minute version of this Shrimp and Crab Lasagna that’s creamy, cheesy, and perfect for weeknights. It uses pre-cooked shrimp and no-boil noodles to save time.