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Lobster Mac and Cheese

Lobster Mac and Cheese

  • Author: Amelia Bryan
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Diet: Pescatarian

Description

A decadent and creamy Lobster Mac and Cheese recipe featuring three types of cheese and tender chunks of seafood, baked to golden perfection.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb macaroni or pasta of choice
  • 3 (6-7 oz) lobster tails, thawed and chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 shallot, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 5 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 1/4 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 1/2 cups gruyere cheese, shredded
  • 1 1/4 cups parmigiano-reggiano, shredded
  • 3/4 cup chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
  • 3/4 cup panko bread crumbs

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Remove the meat from the lobster shells and chop it into coarse chunks.
  2. Grate the cheddar, gruyere, and parmesan cheeses. In a double boiler, heat the heavy cream and cream cheese. Gradually whisk in the shredded cheeses in small batches until fully melted and smooth.
  3. Boil a large pot of water and cook the pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  4. In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter with the olive oil. Sauté the shallot and garlic until fragrant, then add the lobster meat. Cook for 1-2 minutes until opaque. Pour in 1/4 cup of the chicken broth to deglaze and cook for another minute. Remove from heat.
  5. If the cheese sauce is too thick, thin it with the remaining chicken broth, whisking until smooth.
  6. In a baking dish, combine the pasta, lobster mixture, and cheese sauce. Stir gently to coat.
  7. Sprinkle panko bread crumbs over the top. Bake at 350°F for 30-35 minutes until the top is golden brown and the sauce is bubbly.

Notes

For the best texture, always grate your cheese from a block rather than using pre-shredded bags. If you prefer, you can substitute the chicken broth with vegetable broth or white grape juice mixed with a splash of vinegar.

  • Prep Time: 25 min
  • Resting Time: 5 min
  • Cook Time: 35 min
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 680
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 48g
  • Saturated Fat: 28g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 145mg

Keywords: Lobster Mac and Cheese, seafood pasta, baked mac and cheese, homemade lobster dinner, creamy pasta

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