Lobster in Patty Shells

Aroostook's Note:

An elegant meal for special occasions. I prefer Maine lobster from Boothbay Harbor but that is just me.

• Total Time: 40 mins
• Prep Time: 20 mins
• Cook Time: 20 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 3 tablespoons butter
• 3 tablespoons flour
• ¾ cup milk
• ¾ cup cream
• 1 ½ cups lobster meat
• 2 tablespoons pimientos
• 1 teaspoon chopped chives
• ¾ teaspoon salt

Directions:

1. Melt butter, add flour and stir well.
2. Add and whisk in milk/cream slowly over medium heat, whisking constantly until thickened.
3. Add lobster meat, pimento sliced fine, chives and salt.
4. Serve in heated premade pastry shells (from the store or homemade).
5. (May be sprinkle w/ a mild paprika for appearance only).