Lobster Mac and Cheese Empanadas

Decadent empanadas filled with creamy lobster mac and cheese. A perfect snack or appetizer that's sure to impress.

Prep Time

20 minutes

Total Time

45 minutes

Calories

625 kcal

Difficulty

Medium

Equipment

4 items

Cost

£3.92/serving

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Ingredients

Servings

8ozElbow Macaroni(Use your favorite type of pasta)

£0.60

8ozLobster Meat(Cooked and diced, can use fresh or frozen)

£18.00

4tbspButter(Unsalted)

£0.25

4tbspAll-Purpose Flour

£0.05

3cupsMilk(Whole milk for extra creaminess)

£0.75

0.5cupHeavy Cream(Optional, for even more richness)

£0.60

2cupsSharp Cheddar Cheese(Shredded)

£2.50

1cupGruyere Cheese(Shredded)

£3.50

0.5cupParmesan Cheese(Grated)

£1.75

1tspSalt(To taste)

£0.01

0.5tspBlack Pepper(Freshly ground)

£0.03

0.3tspSmoked Paprika(Adds a smoky flavor)

£0.05

8disksEmpanada Dough(Store-bought or homemade, about 5-6 inches in diameter)

£3.00

1Egg(For egg wash)

£0.25

1tbspWater(For egg wash)

Total Cost

£31.34

£3.92 per serving

Instructions

1.
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2.
Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
3.
While macaroni is cooking, melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly to create a roux.
4.
Gradually whisk in milk and heavy cream (if using) until smooth. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly.
5.
Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, or until sauce has thickened slightly.
6.
Remove from heat and stir in cheddar, Gruyere, and Parmesan cheeses until melted and smooth. Season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
7.
Stir in cooked macaroni and diced lobster meat until well combined.
8.
Let the mac and cheese filling cool slightly before assembling the empanadas.
9.
Place a spoonful of the lobster mac and cheese filling in the center of each empanada dough disk.
10.
Fold the dough over to form a half-moon shape. Crimp the edges with a fork to seal.
11.
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to create an egg wash. Brush the empanadas with the egg wash.
12.
Place the empanadas on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
13.
Let cool slightly before serving.

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Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (200g)

625 kcal / 2615 kJ

Carbs

38g

15% of RDA

Fat

40g

57% of RDA

Protein

32g

64% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

2 g

7% of RDA

Sugar

9 g

10% of RDA

Sodium

750 mg

33% of RDA

Saturated Fat

25 g

125% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a richer flavor, use lobster bisque instead of milk in the cheese sauce.

Add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a little heat.

If the filling is too wet, add a tablespoon of breadcrumbs to absorb excess moisture.

Serve with a side of hot sauce or a lemon wedge for added flavor.

Cooking Equipment

Large Pot

Stovetop

Oven

Baking Sheet

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Lobster Mac and Cheese Empanadas

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