Description
Indulge in this deliciously creamy lobster mac and cheese, featuring rich flavors and a crunchy topping—perfect for special occasions or cozy nights at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup cooked lobster meat, chopped
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot. Add elbow macaroni and cook until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- 2. Prepare the Roux: In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook until golden brown.
- 3. Add Milk & Cheese: Gradually whisk in milk until smooth. Simmer gently before adding shredded cheddar. Stir until fully melted.
- 4. Incorporate Lobster & Seasonings: Fold in cooked lobster meat along with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- 5. Combine Pasta & Sauce: Mix drained pasta into the cheese sauce until well-coated.
- 6. Bake to Perfection: Transfer to a greased baking dish, sprinkle with panko breadcrumbs, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 615
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 105mg