Lobster Mac & Cheese

A luxurious twist on the classic mac and cheese, infused with rich buttery lobster. Perfect for indulgent dinners.

By @thesecarbsdontcount

Original recipe source

Cook time: 40 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 0.5 lb pasta
• 0 water for boiling
• 1 tbsp salt for seasoning water
• 1 lb cooked lobster meat
• 4 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 1.5 cups heavy cream
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup cheddar cheese
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese
• 0.75 cup Parmesan cheese
• 0.25 cup reserved pasta water adjust as needed
• 1 lb cooked lobster
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese
• 0 fresh parsley optional, for garnish

Instructions

1. Cook 1/2 lb of pasta in salted water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
2. Add 1 lb of cooked lobster meat to a pan over medium heat and toss with 4 tbsp of butter until well coated and warmed through.
3. Remove the lobster from the pan and add 2 tbsp butter with 2 cloves minced garlic. Cook until fragrant.
4. Add 1.5 cups of heavy cream to the garlic butter. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat, and season with salt and pepper.
5. Add the cooked pasta, 1 cup cheddar, 1 cup mozzarella, 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese, and a dash of reserved pasta water to the cream mixture. Stir until cheese is melted and sauce is creamy.
6. Add the cooked lobster back into the pasta and cheese mixture. Mix well to incorporate.
7. Top with extra Parmesan cheese if desired and enjoy immediately while warm.