Indulge in a culinary masterpiece that combines the comforting flavors of pumpkin, the luxuriousness of lobster, and the classic indulgence of mac and cheese. This dish is a symphony of textures and flavors, with tender pumpkin adding a touch of sweetness, succulent lobster providing a briny burst, and rich, creamy cheese sauce enveloping every bite. Perfect for a special occasion or an elevated weeknight meal, this Pumpkin Lobster Mac and Cheese will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. In addition to the main recipe, this article also offers variations such as a vegetarian version, a spicy version, and a gluten-free version, ensuring that everyone can enjoy this delectable dish.
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LOBSTER MAC AND CHEESE
For an elegant seafood dish, Ina Garten adds tender, buttery lobster and Gruy�re to her Lobster Mac and Cheese recipe from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network.
Provided by Ina Garten
Categories main-dish
Time 1h25m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Drizzle oil into a large pot of boiling salted water. Add the pasta and cook according to the directions on the package, 6 to 8 minutes. Drain well.
- Meanwhile, heat the milk in a small saucepan, but don't boil it. In a large pot, melt 6 tablespoons of butter and add the flour. Cook over low heat for 2 minutes, stirring with a whisk. Still whisking, add the hot milk and cook for a minute or two more, until thickened and smooth. Off the heat, add the Gruyere, Cheddar, 1 tablespoon salt, the pepper, and nutmeg. Add the cooked macaroni and lobster and stir well. Place the mixture in 6 to 8 individual gratin dishes.
- Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, combine them with the fresh bread crumbs, and sprinkle on the top. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and the macaroni is browned on the top.
LOBSTER MAC AND CHEESE
Provided by Alex Guarnaschelli
Categories main-dish
Time 1h35m
Yield 2 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- For the lobster and sauce: Bring a large stockpot filled three-quarters of the way with water to a rolling boil over high heat. Add the lobsters to the pot, making sure that each lobster is completely submerged. Cook the lobsters until they are bright red, about 8 minutes, then drain and set aside.
- For the mac and cheese: Add the 1 quart heavy cream, Parmesan, Dijon, Worcestershire, hot sauce, pepper and a pinch of salt to a large skillet over medium heat. Simmer gently, whisking until smooth. Add the Gruyere and turn off the heat. Carefully stir and let melt. Taste for seasoning and stir occasionally until melted and smooth.
- Bring 4 quarts water to a rolling boil in a large pot over medium heat. Add salt and bring the water back to a boil. Add the macaroni and stir with a wooden spoon to ensure the macaroni does not stick to the bottom of the pot. Cook until the macaroni is still quite firm, about 7 minutes. Drain and transfer to a glass bowl. Add the cheese sauce and stir to combine; keep warm.
- Carefully remove the lobster meat from the tails, claws and legs, taking care to remove any cartilage from the claw meat. Cut the meat into bite-size pieces, put in a medium bowl and then season with a pinch of salt. Discard the tail and body shells but keep the heads. Cut the heads in half.
- For the lobster sauce: Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a medium skillet over medium-low heat. Add the shallots and cook until tender, about 4 minutes, then add the head halves and steam in the shallot butter, about 3 minutes. Carefully add the cognac and cook down until there is very little liquid left in the skillet, 2 to 3 minutes, then add the shrimp stock. Raise the heat to high and cook until reduced by about half, 3 to 4 minutes.
- Add the 1/2 cup heavy cream and the remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Stir to combine and return to a simmer until the butter melts, then remove from heat. Add the lemon juice, then strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl and add the chopped tarragon. Add the lobster and gently toss to fully coat. Season to taste with salt.
- Fill serving bowls halfway with macaroni and cheese and top with the lobster and sauce. Repeat with another layer of macaroni and top with the remaining lobster and sauce. Finish with a pinch of salt.
PUMPKIN MAC 'N' CHEESE RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: pumpkin, oil, salt, pepper, dried sage, butter, flour, milk, ground nutmeg, garlic powder, pepper, cheddar cheese, parmesan cheese, macaroni pasta, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese
Provided by Ellie Holland
Categories Appetizers
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F)
- Chop up the pumpkin into chunks and place on a baking tray.
- Drizzle over the oil, salt, pepper, and ground sage, and coat evenly with your hands.
- Roast in the oven for 20 minutes.
- Once cooked leave to cool slightly and blend ⅓ of the pumpkin, set aside.
- For the sauce, in a large ovenproof pan, melt the butter over a medium-low heat.
- Gradually mix in the flour to create a roux.
- Add the milk in 4-5 parts stirring well in between.
- Continue to stir and cook the sauce for a further 5-10 minutes or until the sauce is simmering and thickened.
- Stir in the ground nutmeg, garlic powder, pepper, cheddar, and Parmesan.
- Stir in the blended pumpkin.
- Stir in the remaining whole pumpkin and macaroni, mix until combined.
- Top with the cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
- Grill for 10 minutes at 200°C (400°F) until the cheese is brown and bubbling.
- Serve.
- Nutrition Calories: 1525 Fat: 99 grams Carbs: 110grams Fiber: 6 grams Sugars: 49 grams Protein: 49 grams
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1161 calories, Carbohydrate 93 grams, Fat 64 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 53 grams, Sugar 10 grams
PUMPKIN MAC & CHEESE WITH LOBSTER
I have seen mac and cheese recipes with lobster for years and have always loved it. I came up with the idea to add pumpkin and i discovered comfort food gold.
Provided by ScottySauce
Categories Lobster
Time 1h10m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- melt 2 tablespoons margarine add minced shallots and saute until tender. add 1 tablespoon flour and stir until combined and flour to create a roux. slowly stir in 12 oz. warm evaporated milk until well combined and roux is worked inches add 8 oz shredded cheddar and 8 oz marscapone cheese until smooth and creamy. add 8 oz canned pumpkin and season with kosher salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, nutmeg, lemon zest and italian seasoning 2 dashes tiger sauce to taste. mix in 2 chopped lobster tails, 12 oz green peas and 12 oz cooked shell pasta until heated through. pour into a casserole dish and top with mixture of panko crumbs, margarine and parmesan cheese. bake at 375f for 40 minutes or until topping is brown and crispy. garnish with fresh parsley and serve with fresh bread or dinner rolls.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 290.8, Fat 8.7, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 38.8, Sodium 296.6, Carbohydrate 34.9, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 3.1, Protein 17.7
Tips:
- Choose the right pumpkin. For the best flavor, use a sugar pumpkin or a pie pumpkin. These pumpkins are small and have a sweet, slightly nutty flavor.
- Roast the pumpkin before using it. Roasting the pumpkin concentrates its flavor and makes it easier to puree.
- Use a high-quality cheese. The cheese is the star of this dish, so don't skimp on quality. Use a sharp cheddar cheese or a combination of cheeses, such as cheddar, Parmesan, and Gruyère.
- Cook the macaroni al dente. You don't want the macaroni to be mushy, so cook it just until it's tender.
- Don't overcook the lobster. Lobster is a delicate seafood, so it's important to not overcook it. Cook the lobster just until it's opaque and cooked through.
- Serve the macaroni and cheese immediately. This dish is best served hot and fresh out of the oven.
Conclusion:
This pumpkin lobster mac and cheese is a delicious and elegant dish that's perfect for a special occasion. The combination of pumpkin, lobster, and cheese is simply irresistible. Follow these tips to make sure your mac and cheese turns out perfect.
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