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Lobster Mac & Cheese Shell Pasta
Celebrate National Lobster Day with the ultimate comfort food twist: Lobster Mac & Cheese Shell Pasta. This rich and indulgent dish starts with perfectly cooked pasta and succulent lobster tossed in butter and garlic. A creamy cheese sauce made from heavy cream, cheddar, mozzarella, Parmesan, and Velveeta ensures maximum melt and flavor. After mixing it all together, the mac is baked until bubbly and golden on top. It’s luxurious, cheesy, and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for any seafood lover or mac & cheese fan.
Lobster Mac & Cheese Shell Pasta
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Instructions
- Step 1
Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water, then drain.
- Step 2
In a large pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add lobster meat and toss for a few minutes to heat through. Remove lobster and set aside.
- Step 3
Add minced garlic to the pan and sauté until fragrant.
- Step 4
Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Step 5
Reduce heat and add cheddar, mozzarella, Parmesan, and Velveeta cheese. Stir until fully melted and smooth.
- Step 6
Add cooked pasta and reserved pasta water. Mix well.
- Step 7
Return lobster to the pan and fold it in gently.
- Step 8
Transfer mixture to an oven-safe dish. Top with extra cheese or breadcrumbs.
- Step 9
Bake at 375°F for 20–25 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Step 10
Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!
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