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: 8 ounces uncooked penne pasta; 5 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon butter, divided; 3 tablespoons finely diced sweet onion; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme; 1/8 teaspoon chopped saffron threads; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 2 1/2 cups whole milk; 12 ounces uncooked lobster tail meat, cut into bite-size pieces; 1 tablespoon sherry; 1 teaspoon lemon zest; 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon white pepper; 1 cup (4 ounces) grated Gruyere cheese; 1 cup (4 ounces) grated white Cheddar cheese; 3/4 cup panko; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chervil

Servings: persons

8 ounces uncooked penne pasta
5 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon butter, divided
3 tablespoons finely diced sweet onion
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
1/8 teaspoon chopped saffron threads
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 1/2 cups whole milk
12 ounces uncooked lobster tail meat, cut into bite-size pieces
1 tablespoon sherry
1 teaspoon lemon zest
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1 cup (4 ounces) grated Gruyere cheese
1 cup (4 ounces) grated white Cheddar cheese
3/4 cup panko
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chervil

1
Prepare pasta according to package directions.
2
Preheat broiler to high. Grease 4 (2-cup) ovenproof ramekins with 1 teaspoon butter.
3
Melt 3 tablespoons butter in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion, thyme, and saffron; saute 2 minutes or until translucent. Combine flour and 1/2 cup milk in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk. Add flour mixture and remaining 2 cups milk to pan; bring to a simmer. Cook 2 minutes or until slightly thickened. Add lobster and next 4 ingredients; cook 2 minutes. Remove from heat, and stir in cooked penne and cheeses. Spoon mixture into prepared baking dishes.
4
Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in a small microwave-safe dish on HIGH for 30 seconds. Combine melted butter, panko, and chervil in a bowl; toss to coat. Sprinkle panko mixture over top of pasta mixture. Broil 2 minutes or until golden brown. Let stand 5 minutes.

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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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces uncooked penne pasta, 5 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon butter, divided, 3 tablespoons finely diced sweet onion, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme, 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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