Easy Lobster Mac and Cheese Recipe
This Easy Lobster Mac and Cheese is a rich and creamy comfort food dish featuring succulent lobster, tender pasta, and a blend of luxurious cheeses for an indulgent meal.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 oz lobster meat cooked and chopped
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk preferably whole milk
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese shredded
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper freshly ground
- 0.25 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp bread crumbs for topping
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Cook the macaroni according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add flour and whisk continuously for about 1 minute to form a roux.
- Slowly add the milk to the roux, whisking constantly until the mixture is smooth and starts to thicken.
- Stir in the cheddar and Gruyère cheeses. Add salt, pepper, and paprika, then continue stirring until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Add the cooked macaroni and lobster meat to the cheese sauce, stirring well to combine.
- Transfer the lobster mac and cheese to a baking dish and sprinkle with bread crumbs.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the edges are bubbly. Serve hot.
Notes
For a more intense lobster flavor, try adding a splash of lobster stock to the cheese sauce. You can also substitute the bread crumbs with crushed Ritz crackers for a buttery, flavorful topping.