Go Back

Lobster Mac and Cheese

Indulge in creamy Lobster Mac and Cheese that combines fresh lobster with al dente pasta in a velvety cheese sauce, all made in one pan for easy cleanup.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Lobster
  • 12 oz elbow macaroni (or pasta of choice)
  • 1.5 cups cooked lobster meat, chopped
Cheese Sauce Base
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter For the roux
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour For the roux
  • 2 cups whole milk (warmed)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 0.5 tsp paprika
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated For the cheese sauce
Breadcrumb Topping
  • 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp butter, melted
  • 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook macaroni in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and whisk in flour, cooking for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden.
Making the Sauce
  1. Slowly whisk in warm milk and heavy cream, stirring continuously until thickened.
  2. Stir in Dijon mustard, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Reduce heat to low and add cheddar, Gruyère, and Parmesan, stirring until smooth and creamy.
Combine and Bake
  1. Add the cooked pasta and chopped lobster meat to the cheese sauce, stirring gently to coat.
  2. In a bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs, melted butter, Parmesan, and parsley.
  3. Pour the mac and cheese into a greased baking dish.
  4. Sprinkle the buttery panko mixture evenly over the top.
  5. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
  6. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving hot with extra Parmesan and parsley for garnish.

Notes

For a lighter version, swap out heavy cream for half-and-half. Don’t skip on the cheese—mix it up! Use any cheese on hand for a unique twist. For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes. Canned lobster can be used for quicker prep. Can be easily adapted using crab or shrimp instead of lobster.