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The Ultimate Guide to Creamy Seafood Lasagna: A Luxurious and Delicious Recipe

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Elevate your dining experience with this luxurious Creamy Seafood Lasagna. Layers of tender pasta, velvety cream sauce, and a medley of shrimp, crab, and lobster come together in this decadent dish. Perfect for special occasions or when you want to indulge, it’s a culinary masterpiece worth savoring.

Ingredients

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  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 (8-ounce) bottle clam juice
  • 3 cups whole milk
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

For the Lasagna:

  • 1 pound dried lasagna noodles
  • Olive oil (for coating noodles)
  • 1/2 bunch fresh parsley (1/4 cup chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine (e.g., Sauvignon Blanc)
  • 1 pound tiny raw shrimp (70–90 per pound)
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt (divided)
  • 3 cups ricotta cheese
  • 1 1/2 ounces Parmesan cheese, finely grated
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 ounces lump crab meat
  • 8 ounces cooked lobster meat, chopped
  • 1 pound low-moisture mozzarella, shredded (about 4 cups)
  • Cooking spray (for greasing foil)

Instructions

Prepare the Cream Sauce:

  • Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add flour and cook, stirring constantly, for about 2 minutes until lightly toasted.
  • Gradually whisk in clam juice and milk, ensuring a smooth consistency.
  • Season with kosher salt and black pepper. Increase heat to medium-high and bring to a boil, stirring frequently. Reduce to a simmer and cook for 8–10 minutes until thickened. Adjust seasoning as needed.

2. Cook the Lasagna Noodles:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add lasagna noodles and cook until al dente according to package instructions.
  • Drain and rinse under cool water to prevent sticking. Arrange on a baking sheet, lightly coating with olive oil. Set aside.

3. Sauté the Seafood:

  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 3 minutes.
  • Pour in white wine and cook until almost evaporated, about 3 minutes.
  • Add shrimp and cook until pink and just cooked through, about 4 minutes.
  • Stir in parsley, lemon juice, and kosher salt. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

4. Prepare the Ricotta Mixture:

  • In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan, kosher salt, and black pepper. Stir until smooth. Taste to ensure proper seasoning.

5. Assemble the Lasagna:

  • Spread 1/2 cup cream sauce on the bottom of a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
  • Arrange one-third of the noodles over the sauce, overlapping slightly.
  • Spread half the ricotta mixture over the noodles, followed by half the shrimp mixture, half the lobster, and half the crab. Sprinkle with 1 cup mozzarella and dollop with 1 cup cream sauce.
  • Repeat layers with remaining noodles, ricotta mixture, seafood, mozzarella, and cream sauce.
  • Top with a final layer of noodles, spread remaining cream sauce evenly, and sprinkle with remaining mozzarella.

6. Bake the Lasagna:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Coat a large sheet of aluminum foil with cooking spray and cover the lasagna loosely, spray-side down.
  • Bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 20–25 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
  • Let cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing. Garnish with reserved parsley.

Notes

  • Fresh Ingredients: Use the freshest seafood for the best flavor.
  • Don’t Overcook Seafood: Slightly undercook shrimp to avoid rubbery texture, as it will continue to cook in the oven.
  • Taste and Adjust: Check seasoning at every stage for a perfectly balanced dish.

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