Maine Lobster Lasagna

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons butter
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups whole milk
• 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 3 cups cooked Maine lobster meat, diced
• 9 lasagna noodles, cooked according to package directions
• 1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
3. Whisk in milk, Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Continue to whisk until sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in lobster meat and remove from heat.
5. In a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, layer 3 noodles on bottom. Top with a layer of sauce, followed by a layer of mozzarella cheese.
6. Repeat layers one more time, ending with a layer of noodles.
7. Sprinkle top of lasagna with breadcrumbs.
8. Bake for 30-35 minutes, until top is golden brown and sauce is bubbly.
9. Allow to cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Maine lobster is prized for its sweet flavor and tender, succulent texture.
• Lasagna has been around since the middle ages, but the modern version we know today originated in Italy in the 19th century.
• Lasagna is a great way to use up leftovers, as any type of cooked meat or vegetable can be used in the layers.