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Lobster Thermidor

Ingredients
  

  • 1 2LBS Fresh Atlantic Lobster Cooked
  • 1.5 TBSP Butter Unsalted
  • 1 Clove of Garlic Minced
  • 1/2 Shallot Finely Diced
  • 1 TBSP Minced Mushroom
  • 1 TBSP Flour
  • 2 TBSP Brandy
  • 1/2 Cup Heavy Cream
  • 1/4 Cup Gruyere Cheese Shredded
  • 1/4 Cup Parmigiano-Reggiano Shredded
  • 1.5 TBSP Flat Leaf Parsley Chopped
  • 1 TSP Scallions Sliced
  • 1/4 Cup Bread Crumbs
  • Maldon Sea Salt To Taste
  • Fresh Cracked Peppercorn To Taste

Equipment

  • Non-Stick Skillet
  • Cookie Sheet
  • Broiler

Method
 

  1. Preheat Oven to 450 Degrees
  2. Twist your claws off the lobster. Slice your lobster length wise and remove the meat (keeping halve shells intact). Chop your meat and place in a bowl.
  3. Place butter into a non-stick skillet. Saute shallot, mushroom, and garlic. Add flour and stir into a roux. Add brandy, cream, salt, and pepper. Stir. Add cheese and allow to melt. Stir.
  4. Add lobster meat. Toss.
  5. Spoon lobster meat and sauce into the empty lobster shells.
  6. Sprinkle with crushed bread crumbs and fresh herbs.
  7. Place under broiler for approximately 3 minutes, or until golden.
  8. Remove from the heat, and allow to cool slightly before serving.
  9. Enjoy!