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Gourmet Seafood Cassolette

Gourmet Seafood Cassolette: Rich, Creamy Elegance at Home

Indulge in the rich, creamy flavors of Gourmet Seafood Cassolette for an elegant dinner experience.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Seafood Base
  • 1 pound Shrimp Fresh or thawed, pat dry
  • 1 pound Scallops Lightly poach before adding
  • 1 pound White Fish (Cod or Haddock) Mild, flaky
  • 1 pound Mussels Scrubbed and debearded
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Dry White Wine Crisp wine like Sauvignon Blanc
  • 2 tablespoons Shallots Finely minced
  • 4 cloves Garlic Smashed and sautéed
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter For the roux
  • 3 tablespoons Flour For thickening the sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Substitute with half-and-half if desired
  • 1 cup Seafood Stock or Mussel Liquid Essential for flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Optional, adds tang
  • 2 teaspoons Fresh Thyme Infuses herbal notes
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped, for garnish
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Fresh or panko
  • 1 cup Gruyère Cheese Grated, can substitute with Emmental or Swiss
  • 2 tablespoons Melted Butter For topping

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • medium saucepan
  • Ramekins or Baking Dish
  • Small bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, combine a cup of dry white wine, minced garlic, and fresh thyme. Bring to simmer over medium heat. Add scrubbed mussels, cover the pot, and steam for 5-7 minutes. Discard any unopened mussels and reserve cooking liquid.
  2. In a medium saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter over low heat. Add finely minced shallots and sauté until translucent (3-4 minutes). Sprinkle in flour, stirring continuously for another 2 minutes to create a roux.
  3. Gradually whisk in reserved mussel cooking liquid and 1 cup of heavy cream, stirring. Turn heat to medium and simmer for 5-7 minutes until thickened and bubbly.
  4. Gently add shrimp, scallops, and white fish into the sauce. Cook for 3-4 minutes until seafood is just opaque.
  5. Fold in steamed mussels and chopped parsley. Spoon mixture into ramekins or a baking dish.
  6. In a small bowl, combine breadcrumbs, grated Gruyère cheese, and melted butter. Coat well.
  7. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Sprinkle breadcrumb mixture over seafood filling. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  8. Remove from oven and let sit for a couple of minutes before serving. Best enjoyed warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh seafood and adjust seasoning before adding to the sauce.

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