Lobster casserole is a delightful and decadent dish that features tender lobster meat baked in a rich and creamy sauce, often topped with a buttery crumb or cheese topping. Here’s a basic recipe for making lobster casserole:Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked lobster meat, roughly chopped (about 2 small lobsters)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup shredded Gruyere cheese (or your choice of cheese)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup dry white wine (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (for topping)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for topping)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large saucepan, melt 1/4 cup of unsalted butter over medium heat.
- Add the flour to the melted butter and stir continuously to create a roux. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until the roux becomes a pale golden color.
- Slowly whisk in the whole milk and heavy cream to the roux, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue to cook and stir until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the shredded Gruyere cheese and grated Parmesan cheese until they are fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
- If using, add the white wine and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to allow the alcohol to cook off.
- Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust the seasoning as needed.
- Add the cooked and chopped lobster meat to the sauce, gently folding it in until the lobster is coated with the creamy mixture. Stir in the chopped fresh parsley.
- Transfer the lobster mixture to a greased casserole dish.
- In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with the melted butter. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top of the lobster casserole.
- Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown, and the casserole is bubbling.
- Remove the lobster casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Lobster casserole is a rich and sumptuous dish that’s perfect for special occasions or when you want to enjoy lobster in a different way. It’s best served hot, and you can garnish it with additional fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy!
