Description
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of Decadent Buttery Lobster Mac & Cheese, where creamy cheese meets tender lobster in a comforting dish that warms the heart. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights, this recipe combines perfectly cooked elbow macaroni with a rich cheese sauce and succulent lobster chunks, topped with a crispy panko crust. Your guests will be raving about this unforgettable meal long after the last bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese (freshly grated)
- 1 cup cooked lobster meat (chopped)
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a pot, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden.
- Gradually add milk while whisking until smooth. Stir in cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Fold in cooked lobster meat gently until well coated.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine pasta and cheese mixture in a greased baking dish, top with panko breadcrumbs, and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving; garnish with parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg