It's no secret that Lobster Mac and Cheese is one of the most popular dishes at Ruth's Chris Steak House. If you've ever had the pleasure of tasting this creamy, cheesy dish, then you know why it's so beloved. With this Lobster Mac and Cheese Ruth's Chris recipe, you can now recreate this restaurant favorite in your own kitchen.
Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups cooked lobster meat, chopped
- 1 (16-ounce) package small elbow macaroni, cooked according to package directions
- 1/4 cup plain bread crumbs
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Melt 6 tablespoons butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add flour, stirring constantly, and cook for 2 minutes.
- Gradually add milk, stirring constantly, and cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in salt, pepper and cayenne pepper. Remove from heat and stir in cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Stir in lobster meat and macaroni. Pour mixture into a 2 1/2-quart baking dish.
- Combine bread crumbs and melted butter. Sprinkle over macaroni and cheese.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until golden brown.
Calories
One serving of this Lobster Mac and Cheese from Ruth's Chris Steak House contains approximately 772 calories. This dish can easily be made lower in calories, however, by using reduced-fat cheeses and reducing the amount of butter.
Serving Suggestions
This Lobster Mac and Cheese is a complete meal in itself, but can be served as a side dish with a simple green salad. It can also be served as an appetizer with garlic bread or as a main course with a side of steamed vegetables. No matter how you choose to serve it, this dish is sure to be a hit with family and friends.
This Lobster Mac and Cheese Ruth's Chris recipe is a great way to bring the restaurant favorite to your own kitchen. With its creamy cheese sauce, chunks of lobster meat and crunchy bread crumb topping, this dish is sure to please the whole family. Give it a try and enjoy!
