Lobster Mac and Cheese
- Level: Easy
- Total: 1 hr 25 min
- Prep: 15 min
- Cook: 1 hr 10 min
- Yield: 6 to 8 servings
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- Nutritional Analysis
- Per Serving
- Serving Size
- 1 of 8 servings
- Calories
- 1016
- Total Fat
- 56 g
- Saturated Fat
- 29 g
- Carbohydrates
- 70 g
- Dietary Fiber
- 3 g
- Sugar
- 9 g
- Protein
- 56 g
- Cholesterol
- 256 mg
- Sodium
- 1252 mg
- Level: Easy
- Total: 1 hr 25 min
- Prep: 15 min
- Cook: 1 hr 10 min
- Yield: 6 to 8 servings
-
- Nutritional Analysis
- Per Serving
- Serving Size
- 1 of 8 servings
- Calories
- 1016
- Total Fat
- 56 g
- Saturated Fat
- 29 g
- Carbohydrates
- 70 g
- Dietary Fiber
- 3 g
- Sugar
- 9 g
- Protein
- 56 g
- Cholesterol
- 256 mg
- Sodium
- 1252 mg
Ingredients
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Drizzle oil into a large pot of boiling salted water. Add the pasta and cook according to the directions on the package, 6 to 8 minutes. Drain well.
- Meanwhile, heat the milk in a small saucepan, but don't boil it. In a large pot, melt 6 tablespoons of butter and add the flour. Cook over low heat for 2 minutes, stirring with a whisk. Still whisking, add the hot milk and cook for a minute or two more, until thickened and smooth. Off the heat, add the Gruyere, Cheddar, 1 tablespoon salt, the pepper, and nutmeg. Add the cooked macaroni and lobster and stir well. Place the mixture in 6 to 8 individual gratin dishes.
- Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, combine them with the fresh bread crumbs, and sprinkle on the top. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and the macaroni is browned on the top.
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Recipe Review Highlights
The recipe is celebrated for its rich, creamy texture and the luxurious combination of lobster and cheese. The nutmeg adds a subtle kick, while the breadcrumb topping provides a delightful crunch.
Many people have substituted lobster with shrimp or crab, and have used various types of cheese such as Gouda, cheddar, and Parmesan. Some have also experimented with using imitation lobster or scallops. Adjustments to nutmeg, salt, and milk have been common to suit personal taste.
This recipe is frequently used for special occasions, holiday meals, and dinner parties, often made in larger quantities to feed crowds. It's a hit for Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Eve, and other festive gatherings.
