
I created my seafood lasagna during a rainy Sunday when I was craving something both comforting and fancy. The silky white sauce gently wraps around seafood between layers of fresh pasta, making this dish my top pick for family meals. It's my own take on an Italian classic that I flavor with my little kitchen tricks.
A Stunning Dinner Creation
This lasagna is my upscale spin on the classic dish. I love how the smoothness of the white sauce blends with seafood and melty cheese. It takes some time to make but always pays off. My guests can't help but smile when I bring it to the dinner table.
Shopping List
- For the white sauce: Sweet butter, fresh flour, whole milk, grated parmesan and a touch of salt
- The cheese filling: Smooth ricotta, mozzarella, one egg, fresh parsley and salt
- The seafood mix: A nice combo of shrimp, scallops and squid with olive oil, parsley, salt and pepper
- The pasta: Good quality fresh lasagna sheets
- For the topping: Shredded mozzarella and freshly grated parmesan
Simple Cooking Steps
- Making the smooth sauce
- I start with my white sauce, my kitchen pride and joy. I melt the butter, mix in flour, then slowly add milk while stirring. Once it thickens, I drop in my parmesan.
- The rich filling
- In my large bowl I mix ricotta, mozzarella, my egg and herbs. This is why my lasagna turns out so creamy.
- Cooking the seafood
- I quickly cook my seafood on high heat with a drizzle of olive oil, parsley, salt and pepper. Just three minutes keeps everything nice and tender.
- Building layers
- I begin with a layer of white sauce, then switch between pasta, cheese filling, seafood and more sauce. I finish with lots of grated cheese on top.
- Baking it right
- Into the oven at 180°C for 35 minutes, watching the color. If the top browns too fast, I cover it with foil.
Storage Tips
I keep leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Extra portions go straight to the freezer in small containers for up to 6 months. I always warm it up in the oven at 175°C to bring back that crispy top.

Perfect Side Dishes
I like to serve my lasagna with a peppery arugula salad or whatever seasonal grilled veggies I have. My homemade garlic bread works great for soaking up all that tasty sauce.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can dry lasagna sheets work?
- Yes, just make sure to cook them according to the packet instructions. Fresh sheets are better since they soak up flavors and stay tender.
- → What seafood mix works best?
- A combo of shrimp, mussels, squid, and white fish is great. Make sure everything is well-drained to avoid watery lasagna.
- → How do you make smooth béchamel?
- Add milk slowly while whisking nonstop. Also, let the butter-flour mix cook fully before pouring the milk.
- → Can this be prepped ahead?
- Absolutely! Assembling it the night before is fine. If chilled, bake it for 10-15 minutes longer to heat through.
- → Tips for layering evenly?
- Spread ingredients evenly and generously. Make sure the top layer of pasta is fully covered with sauce to keep it moist.