This seafood lasagna is loaded with shrimp, crab, and scallops, nestled between layers of creamy ricotta and mozzarella cheese. Aunty Pasto's secret ingredient is a touch of white wine in the sauce, adding depth of flavor to this hearty dish.
Ingredients
- 1 pound cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 pound lump crab meat
- 1 pound sea scallops, halved
- 1 box lasagna noodles, cooked al dente
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Directions
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat and stir in flour to make a roux.
- Gradually whisk in milk, stirring constantly until thickened.
- Add white wine, diced tomatoes, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add shrimp, crab, and scallops to the sauce and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- In a greased baking dish, layer lasagna noodles, seafood sauce, ricotta cheese, and mozzarella cheese, repeating until all ingredients are used up.
- Cover with foil and bake at 350°F for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with fresh basil.
Interesting Facts
Lasagna is a classic Italian dish that originated in Naples, Italy.
Seafood lasagna is a popular variation that adds a unique twist to the traditional recipe.
Aunty Pasto's sea seafood lasagna is a family recipe that has been passed down for generations.