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Lobster Mac and Cheese

Lobster Mac and Cheese

Discover the ultimate comfort food with our Lobster Mac and Cheese recipe! Rich, cheesy, and loaded with lobster, it's a dish everyone will love.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb (450g) elbow macaroni or cavatappi pasta
  • 2 cups cooked lobster meat, chopped (from about 2 medium lobsters or pre-cooked tails/claws)
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups whole milk, warmed
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 1/2 cups Gruyère cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for a slight kick)
  • Salt & black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp melted butter (for topping)
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente (1-2 minutes less than package instructions). Drain and set aside.
Make the Cheese Sauce:
  1. In a large saucepan, melt 4 tbsp butter over medium heat.
  2. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to make a roux (don’t let it brown).
  3. Gradually whisk in warm milk and heavy cream until smooth.
  4. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly, until slightly thickened.
  5. Reduce heat to low and stir in cheddar, Gruyère, and Parmesan until melted and smooth.
  6. Season with garlic powder, smoked paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper.
Combine Pasta & Lobster:
  1. Fold the cooked pasta into the cheese sauce.
  2. Gently stir in the chopped lobster meat.
  3. Assemble & Bake:
  4. Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
  5. In a small bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs with 2 tbsp melted butter and sprinkle over the top.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
Serve:
  1. Let rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with fresh parsley.
  2. Serve warm and enjoy