Classic Lobster Thermidor
Ingredients
- 2 whole lobsters (about 1.5 lbs each)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup grated Gruyere cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- salt, to taste
- pepper, to taste
- fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Lobster: Boil the lobsters until fully cooked, then remove the meat from the shells and chop it into bite-sized pieces.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter, add flour, and cook until golden. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth. Stir in Gruyere and Parmesan cheeses until melted. Add Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Combine Lobster and Sauce: Add lobster meat to the sauce, ensuring an even coating. Spoon the mixture back into the lobster shells.
- Broil the Lobsters: Place the filled lobster shells under the broiler until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
*photo by nooschi licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0
