Lobster Scampi

 Lobster Scampi            

adapted from Food Network Magazine June 2012

Being from New England, I much prefer Maine lobsters versus lobster tails but my son wanted surf and turf for his birthday so I used the smaller version.

This recipe utilizes the same butter mixture used in Shrimp Scampi to flavor the lobster tail.

Makes 2 servings                                                     2 WW Blue points / serving

4 Tbsp. butter, softened

1 cup parsley, chopped

2 garlic cloves, minced

Kosher salt & Freshly ground black pepper

3 Tbsp. lemon juice

6 3.5 - 4.5 oz. frozen lobster tails, defrosted

1. Snip the carcass from the underside of the tails along each edge and remove.
2. Mix the butter, parsley, and garlic until well blended; season to take with salt and pepper.
3. Spread 1 1/2 tsp. butter mixture along the exposed flesh of the lobster tail.
4. Wrap each tail in a sheet of foil and place on a rimmed baking sheet.
5. Cook in a 350F oven for 15-20 minutes or until heated through.
6. Remove from the foil and pour any accumulated juices over the tails before serving.

Enjoy!