Decadent Seafood Lasagna with Creamy Tomato Bliss
This luxurious seafood lasagna combines tender shrimp with a velvety creamy tomato sauce and layers of rich ricotta and spinach, creating an indulgent dish that is perfect for special occasions or cozy family dinners. Feel free to substitute with fresh lobster or any seafood you have available to tailor it to your taste. Paired with a delightful Tomato Cheese Sauce, this lasagna is bound to impress your guests and become a favorite in your culinary repertoire. Enjoy a taste of the coast with every bite!
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Servings
300
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
Tomato Cheese Sauce
4 cups (see next recipe)
Butter
1 tablespoon (melted)
Sweet Onion
1 large (chopped)
Garlic Cloves
4 (minced)
Frozen Spinach
10 ounces (thawed and squeezed dry)
Heavy Cream
3/4 cup (none)
Fresh Shrimp
1 1/2 lbs (peeled, deveined, and coarsely chopped)
Part-Skim Ricotta Cheese
15 ounces (none)
Large Eggs
3 (lightly beaten)
Salt
1/2 teaspoon (none)
No-Boil Lasagna Noodles
12 (about 8 ounces)
Parmesan Cheese
1/2 cup (grated)
Instructions
1
Start by preparing the Tomato Cheese Sauce as per the accompanying recipe. Cover with foil to keep warm.
2
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
3
In a large nonstick skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion, cooking for about 5 minutes or until translucent, while stirring occasionally.
4
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
5
Stir in the thawed and squeezed-dry spinach, cooking for an additional minute to combine the flavors.
6
Remove the skillet from the heat, then stir in the heavy cream and chopped shrimp until the shrimp is evenly coated and mixed in.
7
In a separate bowl, whisk together the ricotta cheese, beaten eggs, and salt until smooth. Then fold this ricotta mixture into the shrimp mixture gently to combine.
8
In a greased 13x9 inch baking pan, spread 1 cup of the warm Tomato Cheese Sauce evenly across the bottom.
9
Layer 4 no-boil lasagna noodles over the sauce, then top with half of the shrimp and ricotta mixture, spreading it out evenly.
10
Place another 4 noodles over the shrimp mixture, and drizzle 3/4 cup of sauce on top.
11
Add the remaining shrimp mixture evenly, followed by the final layer of lasagna noodles.
12
Spread the remaining Tomato Cheese Sauce over the top layer of noodles, and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese for a delightful cheesy finish.
13
Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes or until the top is lightly browned and bubbling.
14
Once finished, remove from the oven and allow to stand for 15 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your delightful creation!
Nutrition Information
17g
Fat
11g
Carbs
20g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main protein in this Decadent Seafood Lasagna?
The primary seafood protein used in this recipe is 1 1/2 lbs of fresh shrimp, peeled, deveined, and coarsely chopped.
Can I substitute the shrimp with other seafood?
Yes, you can substitute the shrimp with fresh lobster or any other available seafood to tailor the dish to your preference.
What type of sauce is used for this lasagna?
This recipe uses a velvety Tomato Cheese Sauce, requiring approximately 4 cups in total.
Do I need to boil the lasagna noodles beforehand?
No, this recipe specifically calls for 12 no-boil lasagna noodles, which cook in the sauce while baking.
At what temperature should the oven be preheated?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C) before baking the lasagna.
How long does the seafood lasagna take to bake?
The lasagna should be baked for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the top is lightly browned and bubbling.
How many calories are in a serving of this lasagna?
Each serving contains approximately 300 calories.
What is the protein content per serving?
There are 20g of protein per serving in this seafood lasagna.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 17g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in this dish?
There are 11g of carbohydrates per serving.
What vegetables are included in the filling?
The recipe includes a large chopped sweet onion, four cloves of minced garlic, and 10 ounces of frozen spinach.
How should the spinach be prepared?
The frozen spinach should be thawed and squeezed dry before being added to the skillet.
What kind of ricotta cheese is recommended?
The recipe calls for 15 ounces of part-skim ricotta cheese.
How many eggs are used in the cheese mixture?
Three large eggs, lightly beaten, are whisked into the ricotta mixture to help bind the layers.
What size baking pan should I use?
A greased 13x9 inch baking pan is required for this recipe.
Is heavy cream used in the recipe?
Yes, 3/4 cup of heavy cream is stirred into the shrimp and spinach mixture.
What is the very first step in the instructions?
The first step is to prepare the Tomato Cheese Sauce according to its specific recipe and keep it warm under foil.
How long should the lasagna rest after being removed from the oven?
The lasagna should stand for 15 minutes before slicing and serving to allow the layers to set.
What is used to top the lasagna before baking?
The final layer of noodles is covered with the remaining Tomato Cheese Sauce and 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese.
How do you prepare the onion and garlic?
The onion is chopped and cooked in butter for 5 minutes, followed by 2 minutes of cooking with the minced garlic until fragrant.
How many layers of noodles are in this recipe?
There are three layers of noodles, with 4 noodles used per layer for a total of 12 noodles.
Is any salt added to the mixture?
Yes, 1/2 teaspoon of salt is whisked into the ricotta and egg mixture.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include seafood, lasagna, shrimp, cream sauce, dinner, pasta, comfort food, coastal living, and italian cuisine.
Can I use fresh lobster instead of shrimp?
Absolutely, fresh lobster is suggested as a luxurious substitute for the shrimp.
How much butter is used to sauté the vegetables?
One tablespoon of melted butter is used to cook the onions and garlic.
How do you mix the ricotta and shrimp?
The ricotta and egg mixture is gently folded into the skillet containing the shrimp, cream, and spinach.
What is the total count of ingredients used?
The recipe uses a total of 12 distinct ingredients.
Does the recipe mention any specific type of onion?
Yes, the recipe specifically calls for one large sweet onion.
How much sauce is placed at the very bottom of the pan?
You should spread 1 cup of the warm Tomato Cheese Sauce evenly across the bottom of the pan before adding the first layer of noodles.
Is the shrimp cooked before being added to the lasagna layers?
The chopped shrimp is stirred into the warm cream and spinach mixture off the heat, then combined with the cheese before the whole dish is baked in the oven.