Rhode Island Lobster Stew

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   In a deep pot over medium-high flame, heat the olive oil for 1 minute.

2. 2

   Add hot pepper and garlic.

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   Cook until the pepper and garlic turn black, about 2 to 3 minutes.

4. 4

   Add the leeks and onions and cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

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   Add the tomatoes, sweet potatoes and 2 cups of the wine.

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   Cook, stirring occasionally, for 4 minutes.

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   Add the lobsters, cover pot, and cook until the lobsters turn pinkish, about 5 minutes.

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   Add the remaining cup of wine to the pot and cook, covered, for 5 more minutes.

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   Remove the lobsters and set aside until cool enough to handle.

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    When cooled, crack the claw shells and the body shell.

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    Return to the pot for 5 more minutes.

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    Transfer the lobsters to a baking sheet with sides.

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    Break off the claws of the lobsters; remove the meat from the body and cut it into bite-size pieces.

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    Return any lobster juices on the sheet to the pot.

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    In large plates or shallow soup bowls, spoon some vegetable mixture over the bottom and place a lobster claw and some body meat on top.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.