Lobster mac n’ cheese is one of New England’s most famed comfort foods. This lobster, cheese and pasta combination has grown in popularity—almost as much as the beloved lobster roll sandwich. You’ll find lobster mac at varied establishments, from roadside seafood stands, steakhouses, to French bistros.
For super tender lobster meat you’ll want to parboil or blanch your lobsters. It’s simple, just follow the directions for boiling live lobster, and cook for only about 2-3 minutes. If you are baking your mac and cheese, the lobster will continue to cook and infuse wonderful flavors into the dish.
Pour mac n’ cheese into dish and top with your favorite crumb topping. (At this time you can cover your dish and refrigerate for 1-2 days and bake later.) Add your mac n’ cheese to a buttered baking dish. Bake uncovered at 375 for about 20 minutes or until bubbly and the top is toasted.
Slowly whisk milk into flour mixture until fully incorporated. Cook for 10-15 minutes on low heat, whisking often, until sauce has thickened. Add cayenne and black pepper (Note: wait until the end to add salt, lobster will add lots of flavor). Add lobster and cook in sauce until lobster is close to desired texture.