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Instructions
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First, preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Cook pasta according to package directions. Then drain and set aside.
3
Add 3 tablespoons butter to a skillet over low medium heat. Whisk until melted.
4
Once butter has melted, whisk in flour. Continue whisking to create a slurry.
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Then, pour in milk. Stir to combine. Remove from heat.
6
Add in gruyere cheese, cheddar cheese, sea salt, pepper and nutmeg. Stir until sauce has thickened to the texture of cream.
7
Add the cooked lobster meat and cooked pasta to the skillet. Stir together.
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Pour this mixture down into a large baking dish.
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In a small bowl, melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter. Stir in breadcrumbs.
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Sprinkle breadcrumbs on top.
11
Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until edges are bubbly and topping is golden brown.
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Finally, remove from oven. Serve immediately.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Toast Your Breadcrumb Topping 🍞Brown the breadcrumbs in butter separately before sprinkling on top to achieve a golden, crispy crust that won't become soggy during baking.
- Make a Perfect Roux Base 🧈Cook your flour and butter together for 2-3 minutes over medium heat before adding milk to eliminate raw flour taste and create a silky, lump-free sauce.
- Reserve Pasta Water for Creaminess 💧Save 1 cup of starchy pasta cooking water to adjust the sauce consistency—this helps the cheese sauce cling perfectly to the cavatappi without becoming too thick.
- Add Lobster at the End ⏱️Fold in your lobster meat in the final minute off-heat to prevent it from becoming rubbery and tough from overcooking in the hot sauce.
- Layer Your Cheeses Strategically 🧀Mix sharp cheddar into the sauce for depth and stir in gruyere off-heat for nuttiness and stretch—this prevents the gruyere from becoming grainy while maximizing flavor complexity.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Low Sugar
Low Carb
High Protein
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