Seafood Lasagna Creamy Cheese (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Seafood

01 - 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 1 lb scallops, chopped
03 - 1 cup crab meat (optional)

→ Pasta

04 - 9–12 lasagna noodles, boiled or no-boil

→ Cheese

05 - 2 cups ricotta cheese
06 - 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
07 - 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Béchamel Sauce

08 - 3 tbsp butter
09 - 3 tbsp flour
10 - 3 cups whole milk (or half-and-half)
11 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
12 - 2 shallots, finely chopped
13 - 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
14 - 1/2 tsp pepper (or to taste)
15 - 1/4 tsp nutmeg

→ Herbs (optional)

16 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley or thyme, chopped

# Instructions:

01 - Thaw and pat dry the shrimp, scallops, and crab meat (if using). Chop the scallops into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
02 - In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes. Gradually add milk, whisking to avoid lumps, and simmer for 5 minutes until thickened. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Stir in parmesan and mozzarella cheese until the sauce is smooth.
03 - If using traditional noodles, cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside. If using no-boil noodles, skip this step.
04 - In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of béchamel sauce. Add a layer of lasagna noodles, followed by a portion of seafood, ricotta cheese, and more béchamel sauce. Repeat the layers until you run out of ingredients, finishing with a layer of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
05 - Cover with foil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30-35 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbly. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.

# Notes:

01 - To store, refrigerate for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. If frozen, bake directly from frozen for 50-60 minutes.
02 - Use gluten-free noodles or dairy-free substitutes to accommodate dietary restrictions.