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In a large pot of boiling water, cook the lobsters until bright red all over, about 8 minutes.
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Drain the lobsters and when cool enough to handle, crack the claws and knuckles and remove the meat.
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Split the tails lengthwise, remove the meat and remove and discard the dark vein.
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Cut the tail meat in half lengthwise.
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Refrigerate the lobster meat until ready to use.
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In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic cloves, lemon juice, anchovies, egg yolk (if using), Worcestershire and mustard.
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Whisk in the olive oil, then add 2 tablespoons of the Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper.
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Preheat the oven to 400.
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In a small saucepan, combine the butter with the smashed garlic cloves.
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Cook over low heat until the garlic has flavored the butter, about 2 minutes.
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Let cool slightly, then discard the garlic.
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In a cake pan, toss the bread cubes with the garlic butter.
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Spread them in an even layer and bake until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
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In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine, frisee and celery root.
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Pour the dressing over the lettuce mixture and toss well.
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Add the croutons and remaining 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese and toss well again.
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Mound the salad on 4 plates.
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Garnish each salad with a lobster claw and half of a lobster tail.