Labor Day Lobster Mac & Cheese Bites
A sophisticated twist on a comfort food classic. These bite-sized portions of creamy lobster mac and cheese, topped with crispy bread crumbs, are perfect for your Labor Day celebrations.
Equipment
- 24-cup mini muffin tin
- Large Pot
- Large skillet
Ingredients
Lobster Mixture
- 4 oz cooked lobster meat, finely chopped
- 6 oz elbow pasta
- 2 Tbsp unsalted butter plus 1 tsp, divided
- 1 small shallot finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic coarsely chopped
- 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 oz cream cheese softened
- 3 oz gouda, shredded about 1 c.
- 3 oz mild cheddar, shredded about 1 c.
- 2 Tbsp plain bread crumbs
- 1 Tbsp thinly sliced chives
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F and lightly spray a 24‑cup mini muffin tin with cooking spray.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta until very al dente (about 5–6 minutes) — it will finish cooking in the oven. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the shallot and garlic and cook, stirring often, until fragrant and the shallot is translucent (about 3 minutes). Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute until lightly browned and bubbly. Reduce heat to medium‑low, pour in the heavy cream, and stir until it thickens slightly (about 3 minutes).
- Remove the skillet from heat. Stir in the cream cheese, gouda, and cheddar until fully melted. Season with salt. Gently fold in the cooked lobster and the undercooked pasta.
- In a small skillet over medium heat, melt the remaining 1 teaspoon of butter. Add the bread crumbs and stir until they are fragrant and evenly coated. Remove from heat.
- Using two small spoons or a small cookie scoop, divide the pasta mixture evenly among the prepared muffin cups. Sprinkle a little of the buttered bread crumbs on top of each bite.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, until the tops are golden brown and bubbly. Remove from the oven, top with fresh chives, and season with a crack of black pepper. Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Nutritional Information (per bite):
Calories: 120
Total Carbs: 6g
Net Carbs: 5g
Fats: 7g
Protein: 3g
Calories: 120
Total Carbs: 6g
Net Carbs: 5g
Fats: 7g
Protein: 3g
