Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi Lasagna Easy Cooking Guide

Ingredients

• 12 noodles lasagna noodles
• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• to taste salt and pepper
• for garnish fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

1. Cook Lasagna Noodles: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Sauté Shrimp: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the shrimp and red pepper flakes, cooking until the shrimp turn pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
3. Prepare Cream Sauce: In the same skillet, add the remaining butter and heavy cream. Stir to combine and cook on low heat for about 3-4 minutes until thickened. Incorporate the lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat and stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted.
4. Assemble Lasagna: In a 9x13 inch baking dish, spread a layer of the cream sauce on the bottom. Place three lasagna noodles on top, followed by half of the shrimp, half of the chopped spinach, and another layer of cream sauce. Repeat with another three noodles, the remaining shrimp, the remaining spinach, and another layer of sauce. Top with the final three noodles and finish with the rest of the cream sauce. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top.
5. Bake: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Cover the lasagna with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the top is bubbly and golden brown.
6. Garnish and Serve: Let the lasagna sit for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.