Description
Decadent Buttery Lobster Mac & Cheese is the ultimate comfort dish, blending creamy, rich cheese with succulent lobster for an indulgent experience. Perfect for special occasions or cozy family dinners, this recipe will elevate your mealtime and leave everyone asking for seconds. With a crunchy panko topping and gooey cheese, each bite is pure bliss. Dive into this luxurious dish that balances flavors and textures seamlessly.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup cooked lobster meat, chopped
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Boil macaroni in salted water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and whisk in flour until golden brown.
- Gradually add milk while whisking until smooth. Cook until thickened (about 5 minutes).
- Lower the heat; stir in cheddar cheese until melted. Mix in lobster and macaroni until coated.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish, top with panko and Parmesan. Bake at 350°F for about 25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg