South of the Border Lasagna Recipe

Name: South of the Border Lasagna
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 1 red sweet bell pepper, chopped; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 5 tablespoons margarine; ⅓ cup flour; 1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning; 1 cup chicken broth; 1 (8 ounce) carton whipping cream; 1 (16 ounce) jarhot chunky salsa; 12 (6 inch) corn tortillas, cut into 1 inch strips; 1 (16 ounce) package imitation crabmeat, flaked; 1 (12 ounce) package monterey jack cheese

Servings: persons

1 lb uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 red sweet bell pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
5 tablespoons margarine
⅓ cup flour
1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
1 cup chicken broth
1 (8 ounce) carton whipping cream
1 (16 ounce) jarhot chunky salsa
12 (6 inch) corn tortillas, cut into 1 inch strips
1 (16 ounce) package imitation crabmeat, flaked
1 (12 ounce) package monterey jack cheese

1
In a large skillet, cook shrimp, garlic and bell pepper in oil until shrimp turns pink.
2
Remove from skillet, and set aside.
3
In the same skillet, melt margarine and stir in flour and seasoning until smooth.
4
On medium high heat, gradually add broth and stir until sauce thickens.
5
Stir in cream and salsa and heat throughly.
6
Spread 1/2 cup of sauce in buttered 9x13 inch baking pan.
7
Layer with half tortilla strips, half shrimp-bell pepper mixture, half of crab meat, half of the sauce, and half of cheese.
8
Repeat layer again leaving off last half of cheese.
9
Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for 35 minutes.
10
Uncover and sprinkle remaining cheese over top.
11
Return to oven and bake for 5 minutes.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, 1 red sweet bell pepper, chopped, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and more.

Yes, South of the Border Lasagna falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

South of the Border Lasagna

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