Ingredients
1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 pound scallops
1 pound white fish fillets (such as haddock or cod)
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup milk
1 cup breadcrumbs
1 cup grated cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon dried parsley
½ teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare Seafood: Rinse and pat dry the shrimp, scallops, and fish fillets. Cut the fish into bite-sized pieces.
3. Make the Sauce: In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until slightly golden.
4. Add Cream and Milk: Gradually whisk in the heavy cream and milk, stirring until the mixture thickens (about 3-5 minutes).
5. Season the Sauce: Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley, paprika, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat and add lemon juice.
6. Combine Seafood and Sauce: In a large mixing bowl, combine the seafood with the sauce, ensuring everything is well coated.
7. Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the seafood mixture into a greased casserole dish.
8. Top with Cheese and Breadcrumbs: Sprinkle the grated cheddar cheese and breadcrumbs evenly over the top.
9. Bake: Place the casserole in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes or until the topping is golden and the seafood is cooked through.
10. Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
