Lobster Macaroni and Cheese Recipe for 6 - 55Recipes

Ingredients

• 1 lb lobster meat, claws and knuckles preferred, cut into 1-inch chunks
• 1 lb cavatappi or large elbow macaroni
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 12 oz extra sharp white cheddar, freshly grated
• 3 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• salt to taste
• white pepper to taste
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 4 slices thick-cut bacon, diced
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped