Description
Layers of tender lasagna noodles, succulent shrimp and sweet crab meat come together in a rich blend of ricotta, mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, all enveloped in creamy Alfredo sauce and finished with a crisp breadcrumb topping. This indulgent casserole is seafood at its most comforting—perfect for a special dinner or weekend gathering.
Ingredients
Pasta
12 lasagna noodles
Seafood
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 lb lump crab meat
Cheeses
2 cups ricotta cheese
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
Sauce
4 cups prepared Alfredo sauce
Cream
1 cup heavy cream
Seasonings
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
½ tsp red pepper flakes
Topping
½ cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook the lasagna noodles according to package directions until just al dente, drain, and lay them flat on a lightly oiled baking sheet to prevent sticking.
While the noodles cook, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about one minute until fragrant. Add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink and opaque, about three to four minutes. Stir in the crab meat, salt, black pepper and red pepper flakes and cook an additional two minutes. Remove from the heat.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the ricotta cheese, one cup of mozzarella, half of the Parmesan, the heavy cream and the chopped parsley until smooth and well combined.
Spread a thin layer of Alfredo sauce in the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish. Arrange four noodles in a single layer, then spoon one-third of the cheese mixture over them, followed by one-third of the seafood mixture. Drizzle with more Alfredo sauce. Repeat the layers two more times, ending with a final noodle layer and sauce on top.
Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses evenly over the top layer, then finish with the breadcrumbs. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 10–15 minutes, or until the topping is golden and the filling is bubbly.
Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes to set before slicing. Garnish with additional chopped parsley and serve warm.
Notes
For a deeper garlic flavor, roast the garlic cloves before mincing and sautéing. Substitute panko breadcrumbs mixed with a teaspoon of melted butter for an extra-crispy topping. To make ahead, assemble the lasagna through the breadcrumb step, cover tightly and refrigerate for up to 24 hours; add five minutes to the covered baking time if baking from cold. Leftovers can be reheated in a 350°F (175°C) oven until warmed through.