Lobster Tails Served at the 2013 Obama Inaugural Luncheon

1. 1

   Combine all ingredients except the lobster tails in an 8-quart pot and bring to a boil.

2. 2

   Place lobster tails in another 8-quart pot and carefully pour or scoop out the boiling liquid over the lobster tails.

3. 3

   Allow to steam for 6 minutes or so.

4. 4

   Remove the tails from the liquid and place in ice water for 5 minutes to stop the cooking process.

5. 5

   Remove the tails from the ice water and remove lobster meat from the shell.

6. 6

   Cut each lobster tail into 6 large pieces, place in an oven-safe dish and add 2 tablespoons of water to dish and cover with lid or foil.

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   Refrigerate until ready to serve.

8. 8

   Reheat lobster at time of service by placing in a 170-degree oven for about 15 minutes.

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   Serve.

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