Lobster Thermidor

Ingredients

• 2 whole Cooked lobsters ((3-4 pounds total))
• 3 tbsp Unsalted butter
• 1 medium Shallot ((diced))
• 2 cloves Garlic ((minced))
• 1 cup White wine
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1/2 tsp Sea salt
• 1/4 tsp Black pepper
• 1 3/4 cups Parmesan cheese ((divided into 3/4 cup grated and 1 cup shredded))
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1/4 cup Fresh parsley ((chopped; plus more for garnish))
• 1 tbsp Fresh tarragon ((chopped))
• Lemon wedges ((optional, for serving))

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to Broil on High (500-550 degrees F(260-288 degrees C).

2. 2

   To prepare the cooked lobsters, start by twisting off the claws. Crack open the claws and remove the claw meat. Discard the claw shells. Cut off the front legs. Using a sharp knife or kitchen shears, cut each lobster in half lengthwise. Rinse to remove any tomally (the soft, green substance found in the body cavity).

3. 3

   Remove the meat from the lobster. Chop up all of the lobster meat into small chunks.

4. 4

   Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add in the shallot and garlic, and saute for about 5 minutes, until softened and fragrant.

5. 5

   Add the wine and scrape the bottom with a wooden spoon to deglaze the pan. Simmer for 2 minutes.

6. 6

   Add the heavy cream, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5-6 minutes, until the liquid is reduced by half.

7. 7

   Stir in the grated parmesan, stirring until melted and thickened. Stir in the mustard, parsley, and tarragon.

8. 8

   Add the chopped lobster, stir well to coat, then remove from heat.

9. 9

   Divide the lobster mixture between the 4 lobster shells, filling each one to the top. Place on a sheet pan.

10. 10

    Top each lobster with 1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese. Place the pan on the top rack of your oven and broil for 5 minutes, until the cheese is melted and golden brown.

11. 11

    Remove from the oven and garnish with more parsley. Serve with lemon wedges if desired.