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A thick slice of seafood lasagna with a creamy white sauce, served on a plate and ready to eat.

Seafood Lasagna (The Ultimate Creamy Recipe)

This Seafood Lasagna features tender pasta layered with shrimp, scallops, and a three-cheese blend in a rich, homemade white wine cream sauce. An easy, restaurant-quality dish perfect for any special occasion.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian-American
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb medium shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 lb bay scallops patted dry
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 shallots finely minced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
  • 1 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 16 oz whole milk ricotta cheese
  • 1 large egg lightly beaten
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 16 oz whole milk mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 12 sheets oven-ready lasagna noodles

Equipment

  • 1 9x13 inch Baking Dish
  • 1 Large Skillet
  • 1 Whisk

Instructions
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Pat the shrimp and scallops completely dry with paper towels.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced shallots and garlic, cooking until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute. Slowly pour in the white wine, whisking to combine. Gradually whisk in the heavy cream and milk until smooth. Bring to a simmer and cook until the sauce thickens, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in Old Bay, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add the shrimp and scallops to the thickened sauce. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until shrimp just turn pink. Remove from heat immediately to avoid overcooking.
  4. In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, 1/2 of the mozzarella, 1/2 of the Parmesan, the beaten egg, and fresh parsley. Mix well.
  5. Spread about 1 cup of the seafood sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Arrange 3-4 lasagna noodles on top. Spread half of the ricotta mixture over the noodles. Top with about one-third of the remaining seafood sauce and a sprinkle of mozzarella and Parmesan.
  6. Repeat with another layer of noodles, the rest of the ricotta mixture, and another third of the sauce. Finish with a final layer of noodles, the remaining sauce, and top generously with the rest of the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
  7. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and continue to bake for another 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
  8. Let the lasagna rest for at least 10-15 minutes before cutting and serving. This helps the layers set.

Notes

Tip 1: For the best flavor and texture, use freshly grated cheeses. Pre-shredded cheeses often contain anti-caking agents that prevent them from melting smoothly.
Tip 2: Don't overcook the seafood in the sauce! It will cook more in the oven, and this step is just to get it started. Overcooking will make it tough.
Tip 3: Letting the lasagna rest before slicing is crucial. It allows the layers to set, ensuring clean, beautiful slices.
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