Creamy Seafood Casserole That'll Wow Your Taste Buds

Creamy Seafood Casserole That'll Wow Your Taste Buds

A delightful creamy seafood casserole that combines shrimp, scallops, crab, and fish in a luscious sauce, perfect for comfort meals.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 25

Resting Time 5

Total Time 45

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Seafood

1 lb Shrimp Can swap with lobster
1 lb Scallops Small bay scallops work well
1 lb White Fish (such as cod or haddock) Any mild white fish can be used
1 cup Lump Crab Meat Can omit or substitute with more white fish

For the Vegetables

1 medium Onion Essential base flavor
2 stalks Celery Vital ingredient
1 cup Carrots Can substitute with spring peas or spinach
1 cup Mushrooms Enhances umami flavor
2 cloves Garlic Aromatic staple

For the Sauce

2 tbsp Unsalted Butter Stick to unsalted for best results
1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Use gluten-free flour for gluten-free option
2 cups Seafood Stock Chicken or vegetable stock can be used in a pinch
1 cup Heavy Cream Essential for creaminess

For Seasoning

1 tbsp Old Bay Seasoning Must-have ingredient for seafood flavor
1 tsp Paprika Adds flavor and color
1 tsp Dried Thyme Enhances herbal aroma
2 tbsp Lemon Juice Fresh juice preferred

For Topping

1 cup Breadcrumbs Use gluten-free breadcrumbs if necessary
1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated
1 tbsp Fresh Parsley Chopped for garnish

Equipment

Oven
Casserole Dish
Skillet
whisk
measuring cups
measuring spoons
Knife
cutting board

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 3-quart casserole dish.
Melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion, celery, diced carrots, and sliced mushrooms for about 6 minutes until softened.
Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, then sprinkle with 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour and stir well.
Gradually whisk in 2 cups of seafood stock and 1 cup of heavy cream, simmer for 5-7 minutes until thickened.
Gently fold in shrimp, scallops, white fish, and crab meat. Cook for 2-3 minutes, season with salt, pepper, and Old Bay seasoning.
Pour mixture into the casserole dish. Mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and parsley, and sprinkle over the casserole.
Bake for 20-25 minutes until the topping is golden brown and bubbly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Opt for fresh seafood for the best flavor. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving for improved flavor melding.

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