Craving a restaurant-quality pasta dish you can make at home? Look no further than this mouthwatering Lobster Pasta recipe. Loaded with succulent lobster, fresh vegetables, and a rich, creamy sauce, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends.
Gather Your Essential Tools
Before we begin, make sure you have these key kitchen tools on hand:
- Staub Cast Iron Dutch Oven – This versatile pot is perfect for simmering the flavorful lobster shell broth.
- kitchenaid Pasta Maker – Homemade pasta elevates any dish, and this machine makes it easy.
- High-quality extra virgin olive oil – An essential ingredient for sautéing and finishing the pasta.
- Fine crystal salt – The perfect seasoning to balance the flavors.
Step 1: Prepare the Lobster
- Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the lobster tails for 5 minutes.
- Immediately transfer the tails to an ice bath to stop the cooking process.
- Once cooled, remove the meat from the shells and cut it into bite-sized cubes.
Step 2: Make the Lobster Shell Broth
- In your Dutch Oven, sauté the lobster shells with olive oil, celery, onion, parsley, tomato paste, thyme, and bay leaf.
- Cover the shells and vegetables with water, making sure they are almost submerged.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 30 minutes to an hour.
- Strain the broth and set it aside.
Step 3: Prepare the Pasta Dough
- Using your Pasta Maker (or prepared Pasta), make a batch of fresh pasta dough according to the machine’s instructions.
- Shape the dough into your desired pasta shapes.
Step 4: Assemble the Dish
- In a pan, sauté shallots in extra virgin olive oil until fragrant.
- Add cherry tomatoes and butter, then cover and cook until the tomatoes are softened.
- Pour the reserved lobster shell broth into the pan and let it come to a simmer.
- Add the cooked lobster meat, salt, pepper, and the freshly made pasta.
- Stir in a splash of heavy cream and chopped parsley.
Step 5: Serve and Enjoy
- Plate the Lobster Pasta and finish with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and a sprinkle of fine crystal salt.
- Serve hot and enjoy this decadent, restaurant-quality dish!
With the right tools and a few simple steps, you can create a Lobster Pasta that rivals any high-end restaurant. Bon appétit!
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