Lobster Mac and Cheese

Ingredients

• 8 oz macaroni pasta
• 8 oz lobster meat
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter
• 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 3 cup milk
• 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 4 oz Gruyere cheese, shredded
• ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• ¼ tsp nutmeg
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• ½ cup panko breadcrumbs (optional)
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Steps

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook macaroni according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
3. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Remove from heat. Stir in cheddar, Gruyere, Dijon mustard, nutmeg, salt, and pepper until cheeses are melted and sauce is smooth.
5. Gently fold in the cooked macaroni and lobster meat. Transfer the mixture to a 9x13 inch baking dish.
6. If desired, sprinkle with panko breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
8. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.