Description
Indulge in the rich and savory experience of Seafood Lasagna with Creamy Cheese. This delightful dish features layers of tender lasagna noodles, a medley of fresh seafood, and a luscious cheese sauce that melts in your mouth. Perfect for family gatherings or special occasions, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into an unforgettable meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 no-boil lasagna noodles
- 1 pound mixed seafood (shrimp, scallops, crabmeat)
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded fresh mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated fresh Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil or parsley
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add heavy cream and stir gently.
- Once simmering, add mixed seafood and cook for about 4-5 minutes until shrimp is pink and scallops are opaque.
- In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese with half the mozzarella, Parmesan, salt, pepper, and herbs.
- Spread a thin layer of sauce in a baking dish. Layer with lasagna noodles, half of the cheese mixture, and half of the seafood mixture. Repeat layers.
- Top with remaining noodles and cheeses; sprinkle extra herbs on top.
- Cover tightly with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (180g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 120mg