Jul 13 2026
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Lobster Mac + Cheese Recipe

Inspired by Salted Edge
Time50m
Serves6

five cheese sauce + cavatappi pasta + bacon parmesan herb crumble

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Ingredients

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Pasta

Method

Pasta Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Cavatappi Pasta

    In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add cavatappi pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Five Cheese Sauce Preparation

  1. 2

    Make the Cheese Sauce

    In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 2 minutes until the mixture is bubbly and golden. Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly until smooth and thickened.

  2. 3

    Add Cream Cheese

    Reduce heat to low and stir in the cream cheese until melted and well combined.

  3. 4

    Incorporate the Cheeses

    Gradually add the cheddar, mozzarella, Parmesan, Gorgonzola, and Monterey Jack cheeses, stirring until melted and smooth. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Combining Ingredients

  1. 5

    Mix Pasta and Lobster

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked cavatappi pasta and the chopped lobster meat. Pour the five cheese sauce over the pasta and lobster, stirring gently to combine.

Bacon Parmesan Herb Crumble Preparation

  1. 6

    Prepare the Crumble

    In a bowl, mix the crumbled bacon, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, garlic powder, and black pepper until well combined.

Assembly and Baking

  1. 7

    Assemble the Dish

    Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the lobster mac and cheese mixture to a greased baking dish. Sprinkle the bacon Parmesan herb crumble evenly over the top.

  2. 8

    Bake

    Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.

  3. 9

    Serve

    Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your Lobster Mac + Cheese!

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