Handling: Live lobsters must be cooked the day they arrive. Cooked lobsters can be refrigerated for 3 days or frozen for up to 30 days. Lobster Bisque and Mini Cheesecakes should be kept frozen and consumed within 30 days of delivery.
Live Lobster Preparation: Bring a full pot of lightly salted water (2 tsp./qt.) to a rolling boil. Place lobsters head first into the pot. When water begins to boil again, cover the pot, and time according to the information below. Cook until internal temperature reaches 145°F.
Cooking Times:
1.25 lb. = 9-10 min.
1.50 lb. = 12 min.
Cooked Lobster Preparation: Keep refrigerated and consume within 3 days of delivery. Best served cold or shucked for lobster rolls, salads, or your favorite recipe. If you would prefer to reheat, use the following instructions:
Remove lobsters from the sealed bag. Bring a full pot of lightly salted water (2 tsp./qt.) to a rolling boil. Place lobsters head-first into the boiling water, cover, and boil for 3 minutes. Note: Additional heating can result in overcooking.
Lobster Bisque Preparation: Thaw under refrigeration. Pour into a pot and heat on stovetop until chowder reaches a soft boil. Simmer until temperature of 180°F is reached.
Mini Cheesecakes Preparation: Thaw and serve.
