Description
Big, creamy, seafood-packed lasagna roll-ups with shrimp and crab, wrapped in tender pasta and smothered in homemade Alfredo sauce. This easy gourmet casserole is perfect for cozy weekends, holidays, or special weeknights.
Ingredients
- 8 sheets lasagna noodles (about 8 ounces)
- 1 cup cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined, chopped
- 1 cup lump crab meat, picked over for shells
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus extra for topping)
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (for Alfredo sauce)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for Alfredo sauce)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
- Salt & white pepper, to taste
- Extra chopped parsley (for garnish)
- Freshly cracked black pepper (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges, if desired
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add lasagna noodles and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and lay noodles flat on a clean kitchen towel.
- In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Add chopped shrimp and sauté for 2-3 minutes until pink and just cooked. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cooked shrimp, lump crab meat, ricotta cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, parsley, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Mix until evenly blended.
- Using the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and stir; bring to a gentle simmer. Whisk in Parmesan cheese and nutmeg. Season with salt and white pepper. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lay out noodles and spread about 2-3 tablespoons of seafood filling along each sheet. Carefully roll up each noodle and place seam-side down into a greased baking dish.
- Pour half of the Alfredo sauce over the roll-ups in the dish. Sprinkle extra mozzarella and Parmesan on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 10 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let cool for 5 minutes. Drizzle remaining Alfredo sauce over the roll-ups. Garnish with fresh parsley, cracked pepper, and lemon wedges.
Notes
For gluten-free, use gluten-free lasagna noodles. For dairy-free, substitute plant-based cheese and cream. Let noodles cool slightly before rolling to prevent burns and sticking. If using pre-cooked shrimp, skip the sauté step. For a crispy top, broil for 2-3 minutes at the end. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 1 month.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 roll-ups per serving
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 610
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 32
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 30
Keywords: seafood lasagna, shrimp crab roll-ups, Alfredo lasagna, easy gourmet dinner, casserole, creamy pasta, holiday recipe, comfort food