Indulge in the flavors of the sea with this rich and creamy New England Seafood Casserole. A delightful blend of scallops, shrimp, and white fish in a savory sauce, topped with a golden breadcrumb crust. Perfect for a special dinner or gathering.
Author:nadia
Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:50 minutes
Yield:6 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American (New England)
Diet:Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
UnitsScale
Seafood Mix:
1lb sea scallops
1lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
1/2lb haddock or cod (cut into chunks)
Sauce:
1/2cup dry white wine
1 tablespoon lemon juice
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 small onion (finely chopped)
1 stalk celery (finely chopped)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1/4cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2cups whole milk
1/2cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Topping:
1/2cup grated Parmesan cheese
1cup seasoned breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Make Sauce: Stir in flour, then gradually whisk in white wine, milk, and cream. Simmer until thickened. Season with lemon juice, Old Bay, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Combine Ingredients: Fold in seafood mix and transfer to baking dish.
Prepare Topping: Mix melted butter with breadcrumbs, Parmesan, and parsley. Sprinkle over casserole.
Bake: Bake for 25–30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Rest and Serve: Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Customize seafood choices based on preference.
For extra richness, add butter pats before baking.