Lobster Mac And Cheese Recipe

Name: Lobster Mac And Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: INGREDIENTS FOR SAUCE; 1/4 cup unsalted butter; 1 small garlic clove, chopped; 1 shallot, peeled and minced; 3 ounces all-purpose flour; 3 cups 2% low-fat milk; 1 bay leaf; 1 pinch nutmeg; 2 cups aged white cheddar cheese, grated; 1 cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated; salt and pepper; INGREDIENTS FOR CRUMB TOPPING; 1 cup panko breadcrumbs or 1 cup regular breadcrumbs; 1 ounce smoked bacon; 1 ounce parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated; INGREDIENTS FOR LOBSTER AND NOODLES; 1 1/2 lbs lobsters, cooked and shelled, cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 3 ounces smoked bacon, chopped and slightly cooked; 2 cups dry elbow macaroni

Servings: persons

INGREDIENTS FOR SAUCE
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1 small garlic clove, chopped
1 shallot, peeled and minced
3 ounces all-purpose flour
3 cups 2% low-fat milk
1 bay leaf
1 pinch nutmeg
2 cups aged white cheddar cheese, grated
1 cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated
salt and pepper
INGREDIENTS FOR CRUMB TOPPING
1 cup panko breadcrumbs or 1 cup regular breadcrumbs
1 ounce smoked bacon
1 ounce parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated
INGREDIENTS FOR LOBSTER AND NOODLES
1 1/2 lbs lobsters, cooked and shelled, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
3 ounces smoked bacon, chopped and slightly cooked
2 cups dry elbow macaroni

1
SAUCE: In a heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat, melt butter. Add garlic and shallot to butter and cook for 1 minute. Add flour and stir with a wooden spoon until a roux is formed. Gently whisk in milk, 1 cup at a time, being sure to work out any lumps.
2
Add bay leaf and nutmeg and let slow simmer for 5 minutes on low heat. Stir in cheeses and seasoning and continue cooking and stirring until cheese is completely melted and incorporated.
3
CRUMB TOPPING: Place all crumb topping ingredients in a food processor and mix on low speed until bacon is fully incorprated.
4
NOODLES: In a large pot of boiling water (not salted), cook noodles until al dente. Strain noodles from water.
5
TO ASSEMBLE: Add noodles into sauce with lobster and bacon. Place in a casserole dish and top with crumb mixture. Bake in a 350F oven until crumb topping is golden. Remove from oven and serve.

925

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: INGREDIENTS FOR SAUCE, 1/4 cup unsalted butter, 1 small garlic clove, chopped, 1 shallot, peeled and minced, and more.

Yes, Lobster Mac And Cheese falls under the Seafood 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.

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Lobster Mac And Cheese

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