Lobster Macaraoni and Cheese Recipe

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   Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F and butter a 3-quart baking dish.

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   Set aside.

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   Melt 4 tablespoons of the butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat.

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   Add the onion and cook until it softens, about 5 minutes.

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   Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

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   Add the flour, stirring with a wooden spoon, and cook 1 minute.

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   Pour in the milk, using a whisk to make sure it blends with the onion-flour mixture.

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   Bring to a boil, still over medium-low heat, whisking often.

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   Simmer until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened, about 3 minutes.

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    Remove the sauce from the heat and add both cheeses, whisking until melted.

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    Add the Dijon, chives, cayenne, and 12 teaspoon each of salt and black pepper.

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    Transfer the mixture to a large mixing bowl and stir in the cooked pasta and lobster.

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    Pour into the prepared baking dish.

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    In a small mixing bowl, combine the panko with the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, melted.

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    Season with the remaining 14 teaspoon salt and black pepper.

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    Sprinkle over the casserole and bake until the mac and cheese is bubbling and the crust is crisp and golden brown, about 30 minutes.

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    Let the casserole rest on a cooling rack for 5 minutes before serving.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.