Fresh Crab Lasagna Roll-Ups Recipe

1. Fresh Crab Lasagna Roll-Ups Recipe

Ingredients

For the Filling:

• 8 lasagna noodles, cooked al dente

• 1 lb fresh crab meat (lump or claw, picked over for shells)

• 1 cup ricotta cheese

• ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 1 egg, lightly beaten

• 2 green onions, finely sliced

• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

• Zest of 1 lemon

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

For the Creamy Parmesan Sauce:

• 2 tbsp butter

• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour

• 2 cups whole milk (warm)

• ½ cup heavy cream

• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• ¼ tsp nutmeg (optional)

• Salt and pepper, to taste

For Topping:

• ½ cup shredded mozzarella or Italian cheese blend

• Fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

1. Prepare the Filling

   • In a bowl, combine crab meat, ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, green onions, parsley, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.

2. Make the Creamy Parmesan Sauce

   • In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour to form a roux, cooking for 1–2 minutes.

   • Slowly whisk in warm milk and heavy cream until smooth and thickened.

   • Stir in Parmesan, garlic powder, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat.

3. Assemble the Roll-Ups

   • Lay out cooked lasagna noodles on a flat surface.

   • Spread 2–3 tablespoons of crab filling over each noodle, then roll tightly.

   • Place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.

4. Add Sauce & Bake

   • Pour half of the Parmesan sauce into the bottom of the dish.

   • Arrange roll-ups on top, then cover with remaining sauce.

   • Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.

   • Cover with foil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 10 minutes until golden and bubbly.

5. Serve & Enjoy

   • Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Tips for Success

• Use fresh lump crab for the best flavor, but canned crab works in a pinch.

• Don’t overcook the noodles — they’ll soften more in the oven.

• For extra flavor, add a splash of white wine to the cream sauce.

• Can be assembled ahead of time and baked just before serving.

Variations

• Shrimp & Crab Combo: Mix in chopped shrimp with the crab filling.

• Spinach & Crab Roll-Ups: Add a layer of sautéed spinach to the filling.

• Lightened-Up Version: Use half-and-half instead of cream and part-skim cheeses.

Why You’ll Love This Dish

✔️ Elegant and comforting all at once
✔️ Perfect for seafood lovers
✔️ Great for entertaining or special occasions
✔️ Easy to make ahead