Twitch Stream Recap: Lifestyle Burgers + Lettuce Wraps

Did you miss a stream this past weekend? Well, no need to worry, below are the dishes I made this past weekend! Don’t forget, you can catch each replay for up to two weeks from the original live date - so be sure to tune in for each stream!

Also, check out my monthly recipe schedule, here to see what I’m whipping up in the kitchen - we have some amazing things coming up!

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Lifestyle Burgers

Orange Honey Garlic Chicken Thigh + Truffle Burger

Saturday, March 6th

Check out the Garlic Parmesan Mushroom Fries recipe, here.

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Lettuce Wraps (Three Ways)

Honey Chipotle Lime Shrimp, Spicy Asian Style Grilled Chicken, and Lobster

Sunday, March 7th

Check out the Honey Chipotle Lime Shrimp recipe, here.

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XO, Analise

Recipe: Lobster Mac + Cheese

“I think you've got to keep it simple, keep it fresh.” - Emeril Lagasse

The ultimate comfort food is macaroni and cheese, but throw in some lobster, and you’ve totally elevated the dish to another level. There’s something decadent and magical about lobster, and it’s truly such a treat to enjoy.

The combination of gruyere and white cheddar with old bay seasoning in this dish is absolutely lovely - a perfect balance of silky texture and herbs and spices truly makes this meal a joy to eat.

Read more about how you can create this dish at home.

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What You’ll Need:

• sea salt

• olive oil

• 1 pound elbow macaroni

• 1 quart whole milk

• 8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, divided

• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour

• 4 cups Gruyere cheese, grated

• 2 cups mild White Cheddar, grated

• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

• 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning

• 2 pounds cooked and chopped lobster meat

• 1 cup seasoned herb breadcrumbs

Instructions:

STEP 1: Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.

STEP 2: Drizzle olive oil into a large pot of boiling salted (to taste) water. Add macaroni and cook according to the packaged instructions for 6 to 8 minutes, then drain well, and let cool.

STEP 3: Heat milk in a pot, then add 6 tablespoons of butter and flour, whisking slowly over low heat for about 2 minutes. Continue to whisk until the mixture thickens and is silky smooth.

Pro Tip: Do not boil the milk, you’ll want to keep it at low heat, not scorching it.

STEP 4: Remove the liquid mixture off the heat and add in both cheeses and seasonings, whisk together until smooth.

STEP 5: Add the cooked macaroni and lobster meat into the cheese mixture, and stir together.

STEP 6: Take 1 tablespoon of butter and coat 10-inch cast iron evenly, ensuring the pasta does not stick to the pan.

STEP 7: Slowly add the cheese, lobster, and lobster mixture into the cast iron.

STEP 8: Combine the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter and breadcrumbs and sprinkle on top of the macaroni. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until the sauce is bubbly, and the breadcrumbs and macaroni has a golden crust on top.

STEP 9: Serve and enjoy!

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XO, Analise

Recipe: Fried Lobster Tails

“Simple ingredients prepared in a simple way - that's the best way to take your everyday cooking to a higher level.” - Jose Andres

Lobster is something that I really enjoy, and seldom have on a regular basis. Yet, when I was able to find some wonderful lobster tails at my local grocery store it was a must that I’d make Fried Lobster Tails. This dish was a treat, and when paired with sautéed greens it’s absolutely delicious.

Below is a super simple recipe to take your lobster tails to a whole new level.

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What You’ll Need:

(serves two)

• 4 lobster tails

• 1 egg

• 4 tablespoons of water

• 4 teaspoons black pepper (divided)

• 2 teaspoon of red pepper (divided)

• 4 teaspoons of lemon pepper seasoning (divided)

• 2 teaspoons of salt (divided)

• 1/2 cup of flour

• 2 cups of seasoned bread crumbs

• Canola oil

Instructions:

STEP 1: Ensure each lobster tails is thawed out completely. Then, butterfly the lobster tails so that the meat sits gently on top of the shell.

Pro Tip: Hold a lobster tail in one hand with the top of the hard shell facing up. Using sturdy kitchen shears, cut through the top of the shell and through the meat. Stopping just before the bottom shell. Do not cut through wide end of the tail.

STEP 2: Then take half of the seasonings of salt, black pepper, red pepper, and lemon pepper - generously seasoning your lobster meat.

STEP 3: Next, combine the flour, and the rest of your seasonings together, dredge each lobster tail into the flour mixture.

STEP 4: Whisk your egg and water mixture until frothy. Dip each lobster tail (meat only) into the egg wash, then immediately coat in seasoned bread crumbs.

STEP 5: Pour canola oil into the cooking vessel, and make sure that there is enough oil in the container to fully submerge each tail. Ensure your canola oil temperature is at 350 degrees fahrenheit. Then, slowly add your lobster tail into the cooking vessel (meat side down). Cook for about 5-8 minutes, and you’ll notice the golden texture on the seasoned bread crumb mixture.

Pro Tip: Pay close attention to the tails, they’ll begin to turn bright red as they are being cooked.

STEP 6: Remove lobster tails from the cooking vessel and let any excess oil drain on a wire rack. Wait for about 3 minutes for the tails to cool before indulging.

STEP 7: Enjoy!

XO, Analise