LOBSTER AND SHRIMP MAC AND CHEESE
Instructions
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This lobster mac and cheese recipe includes cavatappi pasta, cheddar, fontina, and parmesan cheese,
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Bring water to a boil into a large pot and cook the pasta according to the directions indicated on the package. Drain the pasta, set it aside and let it cool down.
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Preheat your oven into 375°F and while on it, heat (not boil) the milk in a sauce pan.
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In a large skillet, melt 2 tbsp. of butter and add the ¼ cup flour. Cook the flour mixture over low heat for about 2 minutes while continuously whisking it.
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While still whisking, add the hot milk and cook for another 1-2 minutes until you achieve a thick and smooth consistency.
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Remove from the heat and add the cheddar, Gruyere, salt and pepper.
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Next, add the already-cooked pasta, shrimp and lobster meat. Mix well in order to coat everything with the cheese mixture.
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Put the entire mixture into a casserole dish (large pie dish will also do).
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You also have to melt the remaining 2 tbsp. of butter with the half cup breadcrumbs.
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Sprinkle the buttered breadcrumbs on top of the mac ‘n cheese before baking it for about 30-35minutes until the mixture is all bubbly. The breadcrumbs on top should have browned, too.
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Let your lobster and shrimp mac ‘n cheese cool a bit before serving.
Notes
To make the best lobster and scallop macaroni and cheese, start by cooking pasta according to package directions. Then, combine half of the steamed lobster with a cup of water and sock it away. When you’re ready to serve it, top it with the remaining breadcrumbs and butter.
Nutrition
Serving: 4servings | Calories: 1001kcal | Carbohydrates: 87g | Protein: 64g | Fat: 43g | Saturated Fat: 25g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 336mg | Sodium: 1857mg | Potassium: 759mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 1393IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 951mg | Iron: 3mg
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