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New England Seafood Casserole

New England Seafood Casserole: Cozy Comfort in Every Bite

A warm and comforting New England Seafood Casserole packed with seafood flavors, ready in just 35 minutes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: New England
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound Shrimp Can substitute with any firm fish
  • 1 pound Scallops Substitute with additional shrimp or mild white fish
  • 1 pound White Fish Fillets (haddock or cod) Any white fish can be used
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can substitute with half-and-half or coconut cream
  • 0.5 cup Milk Use skim milk for a lighter option
  • 1 cup Grated Cheddar Cheese Substitute with mozzarella or dairy-free cheese
  • 3 tablespoons Butter Can substitute with olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be used
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Fresh lemon juice recommended
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Fresh onions can be used
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Parsley Fresh parsley can be used
  • 0.5 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika can be used
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Gluten-free breadcrumbs can be used

Equipment

  • oven
  • saucepan
  • mixing bowl
  • casserole dish

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Rinse the shrimp, scallops, and white fish under cold water, then pat them dry. Cut fish fillets into bite-sized pieces.
  3. In a medium saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons of butter. Sprinkle in 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and stir for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Gradually whisk in 1 cup of heavy cream and ½ cup of milk until smooth. Stir for 3-5 minutes until thickened.
  5. Remove from heat and mix in 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of onion powder, 1 tablespoon of dried parsley, ½ teaspoon of paprika, and season with salt and pepper. Add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice.
  6. In a mixing bowl, combine the seafood with the sauce, ensuring it is well coated.
  7. Pour the mixture into a greased casserole dish and spread evenly.
  8. Sprinkle 1 cup of grated cheddar cheese and a generous layer of breadcrumbs on top.
  9. Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
  10. Let it cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven to maintain texture. Can freeze for up to 2 months.

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