Seafood Lasagna with Shrimp & Crab is an indulgent twist on the classic Italian favorite — layers of tender pasta, rich white sauce, succulent seafood, and gooey cheese. It’s creamy, elegant, and perfect for special dinners or holidays.
Servings: 8
Prep Time: 30 mins | Cook Time: 45 mins | Rest Time: 15 mins
Ingredients
Seafood Mixture:
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½ lb shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped
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½ lb lump crab meat (fresh, canned, or imitation OK)
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1 tbsp olive oil
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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Salt & pepper, to taste
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Optional: squeeze of lemon juice
White Sauce:
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4 tbsp butter
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¼ cup all-purpose flour
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2 cups whole milk
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1 cup heavy cream
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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½ tsp Old Bay seasoning (or seafood seasoning)
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¼ tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
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Salt & pepper, to taste
Lasagna Layers:
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9 cooked lasagna noodles (or use oven-ready)
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2 cups shredded mozzarella
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1 cup ricotta or cottage cheese
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½ cup grated Parmesan
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Optional: fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
1. Prepare the Seafood
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Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
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Add garlic and sauté briefly, then add chopped shrimp.
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Cook 2–3 minutes until just pink; season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
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Remove from heat and fold in crab meat. Set aside.
2. Make the White Sauce
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In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
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Whisk in flour and cook 1 minute to make a roux.
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Gradually whisk in milk and cream, stirring until thickened (5–7 minutes).
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Stir in Parmesan, Old Bay, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat.
3. Assemble the Lasagna
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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Spread a thin layer of white sauce on the bottom.
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Layer 3 noodles, then spread:
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A bit of ricotta,
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A layer of seafood,
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A drizzle of white sauce,
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A sprinkle of mozzarella.
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Repeat 2 more layers.
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Top with final 3 noodles, remaining sauce, and sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan.
4. Bake
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Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
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Remove foil and bake uncovered for 10–15 more minutes, until golden and bubbling.
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Let rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing.
Serving Suggestions
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Serve with garlic bread, Caesar salad, or roasted asparagus
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Garnish with chopped parsley or fresh basil
Tips & Variations
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Add spinach or sautéed mushrooms for a veggie layer
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For extra richness, mix cream cheese into the white sauce
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Want spice? Add red pepper flakes or a splash of hot sauce
Would you like a make-ahead/freezer version, gluten-free adaptation, or mini individual lasagna cups for entertaining? I’m happy to help!
