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In a steamer, steam lobster and clams, approximately 10 minutes.
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Remove the lobster and clams.
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Reserve the juices.
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Crack and separate the claws and tails from the lobster discard the shells.
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In a shallow saute pan, add the wine, water, and scallops.
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Cook on medium heat until the scallops are done.
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Reserve the juices.
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Combine the reserved seafood juices, combined, they should equal 1 1/2 cups liquid.
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If there is too little liquid, supplement with water.
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In a heavy-bottomed pan, add the reserved juices, cognac, and shallots, reduce by half.
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Remove from heat add 2 pieces of butter.
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Whisk until melted and return to medium heat continue to whisk while adding the butter, the sauce should thicken to the pouring consistency of cream.
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Add the salt and pepper, to taste.
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Cut the top off the loaf of bread and hollow it out.
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Keep the removed bread for bread crumbs.
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Leave an inch thick crust on the sides and bottom.
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Fill the bread hollow with the seafood and top with the cognac sauce.
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Garnish with a sprinkle of parsley.
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Serve immediately once assembled.
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