Indulge in a Decadent Meal with Lobster Mac 'n' Cheese

This lobster mac 'n' cheese recipe elevates the classic comfort food by adding succulent pieces of lobster meat. The creamy cheese sauce perfectly coats the al dente elbow macaroni, creating a luxurious and indulgent dish. With a hint of spice and a crispy breadcrumb topping, this lobster mac 'n' cheese is sure to impress your family and friends. Serve it as a main course or as a side dish at your next gathering and savor the rich flavors that this recipe delivers.

Ingredients

• 1 lb elbow macaroni
• 1 lb cooked lobster meat, chopped
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded gruyere cheese
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tbsp melted butter
• Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until it forms a paste.
4. Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream, ensuring there are no lumps. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.
5. Reduce the heat to low and add the shredded cheddar and gruyere cheese. Stir until melted and smooth.
6. Add the paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to taste. Mix well.
7. Remove the saucepan from the heat and fold in the cooked macaroni and chopped lobster meat until evenly coated.
8. In a separate bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs and melted butter.
9. Spread the lobster mac 'n' cheese mixture into the greased baking dish. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the top is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
11. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
12. Serve hot and enjoy!

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