Lobster mac and cheese is loaded with creamy pasta and chunks of rich buttery lobster meat. Topped with a buttery crumb topping.
. Mac and cheese is one of my favorite comfort foods. Combine it with rich chunks of lobster meat and you have a meal nobody can resist. It can be the star of the meal or a delicious holiday side dish.
Where do I buy lobster meat?
Most stores carry frozen lobster chunks in the seafood department. I usually grab mine at Costco. Or you can grab some lobster tails and make my Broiled lobster Tails and cut them into pieces.
Tips for making lobster mac and cheese
Always salt the pasta water
Cook pasta to al dente, the pasta will cook more in the oven while baking.
Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to spice things up a bit.
Use other short pasta like penne, rigatoni, or elbow macaroni if you choose.
Don’t use pre-grated cheese, it never melts as smoothly as freshly grated.
Can I use different cheese?
I use white cheddar and Gruyere. Gruyere is commonly paired with seafood. Gouda, Havarti, or Monterey jack are also good choices.
Why is my cheese sauce gritty?
Using pre-grated cheese can cause your sauce to be grainy. Or adding cheese to a boiling sauce will cause the cheese to break down and cause a grainy texture.
