LOBSTER NEWBURG
4 servings

You may substitute 2 cups lump crabmeat for the lobster.

Steam or boil:

  • Two 1½- to 2-pound live lobsters

Pick and dice the meat (you should have about 2 cups). Bring to a brisk simmer in a medium skillet over medium-high heat:

  • 4 tablespoons (½ stick) butter
  • ¼ cup Madeira or dry sherry
  • ½ cup heavy cream

Cook for 2 minutes, then reduce the heat to medium-low. When the sauce is barely bubbling, slowly whisk in:

  • 3 egg yolks

Cook, whisking constantly, until thickened. Season to taste with:

  • Salt

Stir in the diced lobster meat and cook briefly until heated through. Serve at once over:

  • Hot buttered toast

If desired, lightly sprinkle the smothered toasts with a dash of:

  • (Smoked paprika)
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