Using a large knife cut lobster from tail to head down center of back into two equal halves
Add 1 tbsp of oil to a pan and preheat on med temp
Sear the lobster 2 minutes per side cooking only 40%
After removing lobster (turn off heat) add 2 tbs of butter to pan mixing with standing oils until melted
Return heat to low and add 3-4 tbsp of flour
Blend together into a gravy (roux)
Add 1 1/2 cup cold milk to the roux. Stir until thickens
Spice with 1 tsp nutmeg, 1 tsp cayenne pepper, 1 tbsp paprika, and 3 drops of Worcestershire sauce. Stir until mixed
Next, add 1-2 tbsp salt and 4 oz. shredded cheddar cheese. Stir until cheese is melted and consistency is smooth
Separate lobster from the shell but do not discard the shell. Chop lobster into bite sized pieces
Prepare noodles with boiling water, 1 tsp salt, and lobster shells. Add pasta and cook 10 min
Add prepared pasta to cheese sauce (sprinkle with more thyme if desired)
Once blended add lobster pieces and mix. Transfer to baking pan
Mix 2 tbsp butter, 1/8 cup Panko bread crumbs, and 1/8 cup grated Parmesan cheese in a small bowl
Evenly coat breading onto mac and cheese
Preheat oven to 400 and bake for 15-20 min
