Ingredients

2 cups chopped onions
3 cups chopped celery
3 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon salt , to taste
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 cup flour
5 1/2 cups milk , not fat free
16 ounces shredded sharp cheddar cheese
12 ounces cooked lobsters
8 ounces crabmeat
12 small cooked shrimp
16 ounces cooked bay scallops
1/2 teaspoon paprika
This Nb Seafood Casserole recipe is a delightful seafood dish that combines an assortment of delicious seafood and cheesy sauce in one dish. The dish showcases the assortment of flavors of lobsters, crabmeat, shrimp, and bay scallops with the creamiest cheesy sauce. This is a great dish to serve for a dinner party or a cozy family dinner. Your guests are sure to be amazed by the complexity of flavors and delectable seafood richness of this casserole. Plus, it's an easy-to-make dinner recipe that everyone can enjoy!

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.In a large skillet, sauté the onions and celery in butter over medium/high heat until they begin to soften.
3.Add in the salt, pepper, and garlic powder, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
4.Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir until well combined.
5.Gradually pour the milk into the skillet, whisking constantly until a smooth sauce forms.
6.Reduce the heat to low and cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens, around 10-15 minutes.
7.Add in the shredded cheese and stir until it has melted completely.
8.Fold in all of the cooked seafood and stir until they are evenly distributed throughout the sauce.
9.Pour the mixture into a greased 9x13 baking dish and sprinkle with paprika.
10.Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbly.

PROS

This seafood casserole is rich, creamy, and full of delicious seafood flavors.

It’s a perfect dish for a special occasion or a cozy family dinner.

CONS

This casserole dish is high in calories, fat, and cholesterol, and therefore should be enjoyed in moderation.

It may not be suitable for those with seafood allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite being high in calories and fat, seafood is a nutrient-dense food that is a good source of protein, vitamins, and minerals.
The seafood in this casserole provides numerous health benefits, including improving heart and brain health, reducing inflammation, and supporting healthy digestion.

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