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Creamy baked lobster mac and cheese topped with herbs and red peppers in a white casserole dish

Lobster Mac and Cheese

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  • Total Time: 75 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

Lobster Mac and Cheese brings together the best of comfort food and fine dining. With tender lobster, a creamy three-cheese sauce, and golden breadcrumb topping, this indulgent dish is the ultimate crowd-pleaser—perfect for holidays, date nights, or anytime you want to treat yourself.

Ingredients

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  • 4 fresh lobster tails (6–8 oz each) or 1.5 cups cooked lobster meat
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 pound elbow macaroni or cavatappi pasta
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2.5 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and white pepper to taste
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
  • 1 cup Gruyère cheese, grated
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1/4 cup additional Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh chives for garnish

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add lobster tails and boil 8-10 minutes until bright red. Transfer to ice bath, then extract meat and chop into chunks.
  2. In same pot, cook pasta until just under al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a saucepan, melt 4 tbsp butter. Add flour and whisk 2 minutes to form a roux. Slowly add milk and cream, whisking constantly.
  4. When thickened, reduce heat and stir in cream cheese, cheddar, Gruyère, and Parmesan. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and white pepper.
  5. Fold pasta into cheese sauce. Gently add lobster meat. Mix to combine.
  6. Transfer to buttered 9×13 inch baking dish. Mix panko, melted butter, and Parmesan in a bowl and sprinkle over top.
  7. Bake at 375°F for 25-30 minutes until golden and bubbling. Let rest 5-10 minutes.
  8. Garnish with chopped chives and serve warm.

Notes

Use freshly grated cheese for smooth melting. Slightly undercook the pasta to avoid mushy texture. For make-ahead, assemble and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.

  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 485
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 16g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg

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