Seafood Strata with Pesto

Ingredients

• 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/2 lb scallops
• 1/2 lb crabmeat
• 3 tablespoons pesto
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup white wine
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup plain bread crumbs

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2. In a large bowl, mix together the shrimp, scallops, crabmeat, pesto, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese. Set aside.
3. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion, bell pepper, garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Add the wine and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
5. Add the mixture to the seafood mixture and mix well.
6. Spray an 8x8 inch baking dish with cooking spray. Spread the seafood mixture into the dish and top with bread crumbs.
7. Bake for 25 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
8. Serve and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

• The origin of pesto is from the region of Liguria in Northern Italy.
• Pesto is traditionally served on pasta, but can also be used as a spread on toast, sandwiches, and pizza.
• This dish is a great way to use up any leftover seafood you have.