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New England Seafood Casserole

Creamy New England Seafood Casserole That Will Wow Your Taste Buds

This New England Seafood Casserole combines shrimp, scallops, and fish in a creamy sauce, topped with breadcrumbs for a delicious weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: New England
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Seafood
  • 1 pound Shrimp provides a sweet and tender protein base
  • 1 pound Scallops adds a rich, buttery flavor
  • 1 pound White Fish Fillets (haddock/cod) contributes a delicate texture
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream creates a rich and creamy sauce
  • 1 cup Milk helps balance creaminess
  • 3 tablespoons Butter for sautéing and creating the base sauce
  • 3 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour thickens the sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder adds depth of flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder provides aromatic sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon Paprika adds color and mild flavor
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs adds a crunchy topping
  • 1 cup Grated Cheddar Cheese melts beautifully and enhances flavor
For Seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Parsley offers a touch of color and flavor
  • to taste Salt and Pepper essential for seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice brightens flavors and balances the richness

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Medium saucepan
  • large mixing bowl
  • casserole dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Rinse your shrimp, scallops, and white fish under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
  3. In a medium saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat until foamy. Whisk in 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and cook for about 1-2 minutes.
  4. Gradually pour in 1 cup of heavy cream and 1 cup of milk, whisking constantly for 3-5 minutes until the mixture thickens.
  5. Stir in 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of onion powder, 1 tablespoon of dried parsley, 1 teaspoon of paprika, and a pinch of salt and pepper to the sauce.
  6. Gently fold the prepared seafood into the creamy sauce until fully coated.
  7. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish and pour the seafood mixture into the prepared dish.
  8. Sprinkle 1 cup of grated cheddar cheese evenly across the top, followed by a layer of 1 cup of breadcrumbs.
  9. Place the casserole in your preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes.
  10. Remove the casserole from the oven and allow it to cool for about 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Pat dry seafood before adding to avoid a watery texture. Using fresh ingredients will elevate the flavors significantly.

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