Shrimp and Crab Au Gratin
Dive into the indulgent flavors of the sea with this creamy and cheesy Shrimp and Crab Au Gratin! Perfectly cooked shrimp and lump crab meat are bathed in a luscious blend of sharp cheddar and Parmesan cheeses, then topped with golden, buttery breadcrumbs for the ultimate seafood casserole experience. This dish combines the comfort of a rich, velvety cheese sauce with the delicate sweetness of fresh seafood, enhanced by a hint of garlic and warming spices like cayenne and paprika. Ideal for special occasions or a decadent weeknight treat, this oven-baked masterpiece is ready in under an hour and serves six. Serve it bubbling hot with crusty bread or a crisp green salad for a meal that’s sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1.5 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 pound cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 pound lump crab meat
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.25 teaspoons cayenne pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional, for toasting breadcrumbs)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a medium saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat.
Whisk in the all-purpose flour and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring constantly, to make a roux.
Gradually add the milk and heavy cream, whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Cook until the mixture thickens, about 4 to 5 minutes.
Stir in the sharp cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Remove the saucepan from heat.
Add the minced garlic, cayenne pepper, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the cheese sauce. Mix well.
Fold the cooked shrimp and lump crab meat gently into the cheese sauce, ensuring they're evenly coated.
Transfer the mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish or individual ramekins for single servings.
In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with 1 tablespoon of olive oil (optional) for extra crispiness.
Sprinkle the breadcrumbs evenly over the top of the seafood mixture.
Bake the dish in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbling around the edges.
Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your creamy and indulgent Shrimp and Crab Au Gratin!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3324 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 234.0 g | 300% | |
| Saturated Fat | 133.3 g | 667% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 883 mg | 294% | |
| Sodium | 6614 mg | 288% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 131.8 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.2 g | ||
| Protein | 172.4 g | 345% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.3 mcg | 31% | |
| Calcium | 2646 mg | 204% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 2611 mg | 56% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
