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Lobster Thermidor

Indulgent Lobster Thermidor is a classic French dish featuring lobster meat in a rich, creamy sauce, baked with cheese for a luxurious dining experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: French
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces lobsters, cooked and shelled Fresh or frozen, thawed before use.
  • 2 tablespoons butter For sautéing.
  • 1/4 cup chopped shallots Sauté until translucent.
  • 1/4 cup white wine A dry white wine works best.
  • 1 cup heavy cream Use for a rich sauce.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard Adds flavor depth.
  • 1/4 cup grated Gruyère cheese Reserve half for topping.
  • to taste none Salt and pepper Season to taste.
  • to taste none Paprika for garnish
  • to taste none Fresh parsley for garnish Chopped, for serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a pan, melt the butter over medium heat and sauté the shallots until they are translucent.
  3. Add the white wine and let it reduce until almost evaporated.
  4. Stir in the heavy cream and Dijon mustard; simmer until thickened.
  5. Mix in the lobster meat and half of the Gruyère cheese, seasoning with salt and pepper.
  6. Spoon the mixture back into the lobster shells and top with the remaining cheese.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes or until the cheese bubbles and turns golden.
  8. Garnish with paprika and chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

For the best flavor, use fresh lobsters. You can add more cream for extra richness. Variations include using cheddar or mozzarella instead of Gruyère, or adding lemon juice for zest.