Lobster And Lump Crab Mac And Cheese
Mac and cheese is a classic comfort food that almost everyone loves. It is hard to resist the creamy, cheesy, and gooey goodness of this dish. But what happens when you add seafood like lobster and lump crab to it? You get a mouth-watering and indulgent Lobster And Lump Crab Mac And Cheese - a perfect meal for any occasion!
Ingredients
To make this dish, you will need the following ingredients:
- 1 pound macaroni pasta
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups whole milk
- 1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 pound cooked and peeled lobster meat
- 1/2 pound lump crab meat
- 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Cook macaroni according to package directions and drain well.
2. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add flour and whisk for 2-3 minutes until smooth.
3. Gradually pour in milk, whisking constantly until smooth. Add nutmeg, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper to taste.
4. Cook mixture for 8-10 minutes or until thickened, whisking constantly.
5. Add cheddar cheese and stir until melted. Add parmesan cheese and stir until melted.
6. Add lobster and lump crab meat and stir until combined.
7. Mix cooked macaroni with the cheese and seafood sauce.
8. Pour the mac and cheese mixture into a greased baking dish.
9. Sprinkle panko bread crumbs over the top.
10. Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.
11. Remove from oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Tips and Tricks
- You can use any pasta you like, but macaroni is the classic choice for mac and cheese.
- Make sure you cook the pasta al dente, so it doesn't become mushy when baked with the cheese sauce.
- Grate your own cheese - pre-shredded cheese is coated in starch, which can make the sauce grainy.
- Use high-quality seafood to make the dish more delicious.
- To make the dish even more indulgent, you could use heavy cream instead of whole milk.
- You can add other ingredients like vegetables or bacon to make the dish more flavorful.
Conclusion
If you are looking for a dish that is rich, cheesy, and indulgent, then Lobster And Lump Crab Mac And Cheese is the perfect choice for you. It is a simple recipe that is easy to make but will impress anyone who tries it. The combination of lobster and crab meat makes it a luxurious meal that can be served on special occasions. Try this recipe and indulge in the creamy goodness of this delicious mac and cheese!
