Ina Garten Seafood Lasagna Recipe

If you want a rich, creamy and elegant dish, this Ina Garten Seafood Lasagna Recipe is perfect. It’s packed with tender seafood, creamy sauce and layers of pasta.

This dish is great for special dinners or gatherings. If you want to learn How to make Ina Garten Seafood Lasagna, follow this easy recipe.

The Secret Behind This Delicious

• This recipe is inspired by Ina Garten, known for simple yet luxurious recipes.
• The secret is using fresh seafood for the best flavor.
• A creamy white sauce keeps the lasagna rich and smooth.
• Layering cheese and seafood evenly gives perfect taste in every bite.

Recipe Card

• Recipe Name: Ina Garten Seafood Lasagna Recipe
• Servings: 6–8
• Prep Time: 25 mins
• Cook Time: 45 mins
• Total Time: 1 hour 10 mins
• Course: Main Dish
• Cuisine: Italian-American
• Calories: 520 kcal per serving

Equipment List

• Baking dish
• Saucepan
• Skillet
• Mixing bowl
• Oven

Ingredients You Need

Seafood Filling

• 1/2 pound shrimp (peeled and chopped)
• 1/2 pound scallops (chopped)
• 1/2 pound crab meat
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• Salt and pepper to taste

White Sauce

• 3 tablespoons butter
• 3 tablespoons flour
• 2 cups milk
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
• Salt and pepper

Lasagna Layers

• 9 lasagna noodles (cooked)
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
• Fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions

1. Cook Seafood
   In a skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic. Add shrimp, scallops and crab. Cook for 3–4 minutes. Season and set aside.
2. Make White Sauce
   In a saucepan, melt butter and whisk in flour. Cook briefly, then add milk and cream. Stir until thick. Add Parmesan, nutmeg, salt and pepper.
3. Prepare Baking Dish
   Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish.
4. Layer Lasagna
   Spread a little sauce at the bottom. Add noodles, seafood mixture, ricotta, mozzarella and sauce. Repeat layers.
5. Top Layer
   Finish with noodles, sauce and remaining mozzarella cheese.
6. Bake
   Bake for 40–45 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
7. Rest & Serve
   Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with parsley.

Expert Tips & Variations

• Use lobster for a more luxurious version
• Add spinach for extra nutrition
• Use no-boil noodles to save time
• Add a pinch of chili flakes for heat
• Use Gruyère cheese for deeper flavor
• Do not overcook seafood to keep it tender
• Let lasagna rest before cutting

Nutrition Information

Serving Suggestions

• Serve this Ina Garten Seafood Lasagna Recipe with garlic bread or a fresh green salad.
• Perfect for dinner parties, holidays or special occasions.
• Pair with white wine or sparkling water for a complete meal.

Storage Tips

• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Reheat in oven for best texture.
• Freeze for up to 1 month if needed.

Ina Garten Seafood Lasagna Recipe

If you want a rich, creamy and elegant dish, this Ina Garten Seafood Lasagna Recipe is perfect.

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Prep Time 25 minutes mins

Cook Time 45 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins

Course Main Dish

Cuisine Italian-American

Servings 8

Calories 520 kcal

Ingredients

  

Seafood Filling

• 1/2 pound shrimp peeled and chopped
• 1/2 pound scallops chopped
• 1/2 pound crab meat
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

White Sauce

• 3 tablespoons butter
• 3 tablespoons flour
• 2 cups milk
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
• Salt and pepper

Lasagna Layers

• 9 lasagna noodles cooked
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
• Fresh parsley optional

Instructions

 

Cook Seafood

• In a skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic. Add shrimp, scallops and crab. Cook for 3–4 minutes. Season and set aside.

Make White Sauce

• In a saucepan, melt butter and whisk in flour. Cook briefly, then add milk and cream. Stir until thick. Add Parmesan, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.

Prepare Baking Dish

• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish.

Layer Lasagna

• Spread a little sauce at the bottom. Add noodles, seafood mixture, ricotta, mozzarella and sauce. Repeat layers.

Top Layer

• Finish with noodles, sauce and remaining mozzarella cheese.

Bake

• Bake for 40–45 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.

Rest & Serve

• Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with parsley.

Notes

• Use lobster for a more luxurious version
• Add spinach for extra nutrition
• Use no-boil noodles to save time
• Add a pinch of chili flakes for heat
• Use Gruyère cheese for deeper flavor
• Do not overcook seafood to keep it tender
• Let lasagna rest before cutting
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Keyword Ina Garten Seafood Lasagna Recipe

FAQs

1. Can I use frozen seafood?
Yes, thaw and drain before using.

2. Can I make it ahead?
Yes, assemble and refrigerate before baking.

3. Can I use red sauce instead?
White sauce works best, but you can experiment.

4. How do I avoid watery lasagna?
Do not overcook seafood and use thick sauce.

5. Can I make it lighter?
Use low-fat milk and less cheese.

Conclusion

This Ina Garten Seafood Lasagna Recipe is rich, creamy and full of flavor. Now you know How to make Ina Garten Seafood Lasagna step by step.

With simple ingredients, you can create a restaurant-quality dish at home.

Try this recipe today and enjoy a delicious seafood meal!

Eliza Lane

Eliza Lane is a home cook and recipe creator at ElizaKitchen.com, sharing easy, tested recipes made with simple ingredients. Her goal is to make cooking simple, comforting and enjoyable.