Lobster Thermidor II

Ingredients

• 4 lobsters, cooked (1/2 pounds each)
• 6 tablespoons butter
• 3 tablespoons flour
• 1 teaspoon flour
• 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg, ground
• 1/8 teaspoon paprika
• 1 1/2 cups half-and-half
• 3 tablespoons sherry wine
• 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
• parsley (for garnish)

Directions

1. 1

   Cut lobsters into halves, remove meat and break into small pieces. Reserve the shells.

2. 2

   Place meat, roe and liver in large bowl.

3. 3

   Cover bowl and wrap shells; refrigerate both.

4. 4

   Approx 25 minutes before serving: in 3-quart saucepan over medium heat, in butter, blend flour, salt, nutmeg and paprika.

5. 5

   Stir in half-and-half and sherry; cook, stirring, until thickened.

6. 6

   Add meat; cook until just heated, stirring occasionally.

7. 7

   Preheat broiler at apprx 425-450 degrees.

8. 8

   Place shells on rack in broiling pan; fill with mixture; sprinkle with cheese. Broil until cheese melts and starts to crust. Place lobsters on platter; garnish with parsley.