½ cup (1 stick) butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup all-purpose flour
4 cups whole milk (warm)
1 cup heavy cream
1 ½ cups grated Parmesan cheese
½ tsp nutmeg
Salt & pepper to taste
For the Lasagna Layers:
12 lasagna noodles (oven-ready or boiled al dente)
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup shredded Gruyère or Fontina cheese (for extra richness)
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Fresh basil or parsley (for garnish)
π©π³ Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Seafood Filling
In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sautΓ© until fragrant (30 sec).
Add shrimp, Old Bay, and red pepper flakes. Cook until shrimp are just pink (2-3 mins).
Gently fold in crab meat and parsley. Remove from heat and set aside.
2️⃣ Make the Alfredo Sauce
In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 30 sec.
Whisk in flour to make a roux (cook 1 min).
Slowly pour in warm milk & cream, whisking constantly until smooth.
Bring to a gentle simmer, then stir in Parmesan, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Cook until thickened (5-7 mins).
3️⃣ Assemble the Lasagna
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a 9x13-inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of Alfredo sauce.
Layer:
4 lasagna noodles
½ seafood mixture
⅓ Alfredo sauce
½ mozzarella & GruyΓ¨re
Repeat layers, ending with noodles, sauce, and remaining cheese.
Sprinkle Parmesan on top.
4️⃣ Bake to Golden Perfection
Cover with foil and bake for 30 mins.
Uncover and bake 10-15 mins more until bubbly and golden.
Let rest 10 mins before slicing (for clean cuts!).
π‘ Pro Tips for the Best Seafood Lasagna
πΈ Use high-quality crab meat – Fresh or pasteurized lump crab works best.
πΈ Don’t overcook shrimp – They’ll finish cooking in the oven.
πΈ Make ahead – Assemble 1 day ahead and refrigerate (add 10-15 mins baking time).
πΈ Add lobster – For an extra-luxurious twist!
π½️ Serving Suggestions
✨ Elegant dinner – Serve with a crisp white wine (Chardonnay or Pinot Grigio).
✨ Pair with a light salad – Arugula with lemon vinaigrette balances the richness.
✨ Special occasions – Perfect for Christmas, New Year’s, or anniversary dinners!
π€ FAQ – Your Questions Answered!
Q: Can I use frozen shrimp & crab?
A: Yes! Thaw and pat dry before cooking.
Q: Can I substitute the Alfredo sauce?
A: Yes, but homemade Alfredo is best. Jarred sauce may be too thin.
Q: How do I store leftovers?
A: 3-4 days in the fridge (reheat in oven for best texture).