Description
Layers of tender pasta, rich béchamel, and a medley of succulent shrimp, sweet scallops, and flavorful crab meat create an unforgettable, luxurious seafood lasagna.
Ingredients
12-15 lasagna noodles (oven-ready or regular)
2 tbsp olive oil
1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
8 oz bay scallops
8 oz lump crab meat, drained
1/2 cup chopped yellow onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup dry white wine (like Pinot Grigio)
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
For the Béchamel Sauce:
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
4 cups whole milk, warm
1/2 tsp nutmeg
1/2 tsp white pepper
Salt to taste
For the Cheese Filling:
15 oz ricotta cheese
1 large egg
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for topping
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
Instructions
Step 1: If using regular lasagna noodles, cook them according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to prevent sticking, then set aside.
Step 2: Prepare the seafood. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
Step 3: Add shrimp and scallops to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp turn pink and scallops are opaque. Pour in the white wine and cook for another 1-2 minutes, allowing some of the alcohol to evaporate. Remove from heat, stir in the crab meat, fresh parsley, and dill. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
Step 4: Make the Béchamel Sauce. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to create a roux, ensuring it doesn't brown. Gradually whisk in the warm milk, a little at a time, until smooth. Continue whisking constantly until the sauce thickens, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in nutmeg, white pepper, and salt. Remove from heat.
Step 5: Prepare the cheese filling. In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, 1/4 cup Parmesan, 1/4 cup fresh parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
Step 6: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Step 7: Assemble the lasagna. Spread about 1/2 cup of béchamel sauce on the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Arrange a layer of lasagna noodles over the sauce (trimming to fit if necessary).
Step 8: Spread half of the ricotta cheese mixture over the noodles. Top with half of the seafood mixture. Sprinkle with about 1.5 cups of mozzarella cheese. Drizzle with about 1 cup of béchamel sauce.
Step 9: Repeat the layers: noodles, remaining ricotta, remaining seafood, 1.5 cups mozzarella, and 1 cup béchamel.
Step 10: Add a final layer of noodles, then top with the remaining béchamel sauce and the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella cheese and a sprinkle of Parmesan.
Step 11: Cover the baking dish loosely with aluminum foil (you may want to spray the underside of the foil to prevent cheese from sticking). Bake for 30 minutes.
Step 12: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly. Let the lasagna rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving. Garnish with extra fresh parsley or dill if desired.
Notes
For an even richer flavor, you can add a pinch of saffron to your béchamel sauce. Do not overmix the ricotta filling; gently combine ingredients. If using frozen seafood, thaw completely and pat dry to avoid excess moisture. Allow the lasagna to rest before serving for cleaner slices.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 180mg