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Lobster Thermidor

A classic French dish made with lobster meat, egg yolks, and brandy, stuffed into a lobster shell and baked to perfection.
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Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: French
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 whole lobsters about 1 ½ pounds each
  • ¼ cup butter
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup milk warmed
  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoon brandy
  • 2 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • ½ cup grated Gruyere cheese
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • to taste salt and pepper

Instructions 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Boil the lobsters for about 8 minutes, then remove and let cool. Split them in half and remove the meat. Keep the shells for later.
  3. In a saucepan, melt the butter, add the flour, and cook for 2 minutes. Gradually add the milk, stirring constantly until thickened.
  4. Add the cream, brandy, mustard, Gruyere cheese, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir until the cheese is melted and the mixture is smooth.
  5. Fold in the lobster meat, then spoon the mixture back into the lobster shells.
  6. Place the stuffed shells on a baking sheet and bake for about 10-12 minutes, until golden and bubbly.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 20g | Cholesterol: 200mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 400mg | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Gourmet, Lobster, Seafood
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