Name: Crab and Shrimp Casserole
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/2 lb lump crab meat (drained and picked over); 1/2 lb small cooked shrimp (peeled and deveined); 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped; 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped; 1/4 cup red bell pepper, finely chopped; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1 cup milk; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella; 1/2 cup shredded cheddar; 1/4 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning; Salt and black pepper, to taste; 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)

Crab and Shrimp Casserole

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This creamy seafood casserole is loaded with tender crab, shrimp, and melty cheese, all baked under a golden panko topping. A comforting and elegant main dish for any occasion.

Author: Ella
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Yield: 6 servings
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Seafood:

1/2 lb lump crab meat (drained and picked over)

1/2 lb small cooked shrimp (peeled and deveined)

Vegetables & Aromatics:

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

1/2 cup onion, finely chopped

1/2 cup celery, finely chopped

1/4 cup red bell pepper, finely chopped

1 garlic clove, minced

Sauce Base:

1/4 cup all-purpose flour

1 cup milk

1/2 cup heavy cream

Cheese:

1/2 cup shredded mozzarella

1/2 cup shredded cheddar

Seasoning:

1/4 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning

Salt and black pepper, to taste

Topping:

1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)

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Instructions

Preheat Oven:
Preheat to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 2-quart casserole dish.

Sauté Vegetables:
In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, celery, bell pepper, and garlic. Sauté until vegetables are soft, about 5–6 minutes.

Make the Sauce:
Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk and heavy cream. Simmer until thickened (2–3 minutes), then remove from heat. Stir in mozzarella, cheddar, Old Bay, salt, and pepper.

Combine Seafood:
Fold in the crab meat and shrimp. Mix gently to keep the crab intact. Transfer mixture to the prepared casserole dish.

Add Topping & Bake:
Mix panko with olive oil and sprinkle evenly over the casserole. Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes until bubbling and golden brown.

Garnish & Serve:
Garnish with fresh chopped parsley. Serve hot with crusty bread, rice, or pasta.

Notes

You can use canned crab meat and thawed frozen shrimp for convenience—just be sure to drain well.

For a spicy kick, add a pinch of cayenne or extra Old Bay.

Add 1/2 cup cooked pasta or cooked rice directly to the mixture to make it more filling.

Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Find it online: https://elladishes.com/crab-and-shrimp-casserole/