Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Decadent Buttery Lobster Mac & Cheese. This luxurious dish combines tender lobster meat with creamy, cheesy pasta, creating a delicious harmony of flavors. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, each bite promises warmth and satisfaction that will leave you craving more. Serve this gourmet delight at your next dinner party, and watch your guests rave about it.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 cups fresh lobster meat, chopped
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (mix of sharp and mild)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp paprika (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot and cook the elbow macaroni until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Make the Cheese Sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Whisk in flour until golden, then gradually add milk while whisking to prevent lumps. Cook until thickened, then stir in cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- Combine Ingredients: Fold in chopped lobster meat along with salt, pepper, and optional paprika. Stir in the cooked macaroni until evenly coated.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer mixture to a baking dish, top with panko breadcrumbs, and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg