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French lobster thermidor delight

French Lobster Thermidor Delight

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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: French
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 whole lobsters 1½ lb each
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 shallot finely minced
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • ½ cup dry white wine
  • ¾ cup heavy cream
  • 1½ tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 egg yolk
  • ½ cup Gruyère cheese grated
  • Salt and white pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley optional

Method
 

  1. Boil lobsters 7–8 minutes; cool and remove meat.
  2. Chop lobster into large pieces.
  3. Melt butter; sauté shallots and garlic.
  4. Add wine; reduce by half.
  5. Stir in cream and mustard; simmer gently.
  6. Temper egg yolk and stir into sauce.
  7. Fold in lobster meat.
  8. Fill shells or dish; top with cheese.
  9. Broil until golden and bubbly.

Notes

  • Use low heat for sauce
  • Don’t overcook lobster
  • Gruyère works best
  • Serve immediately