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bacon wrapped lobster tails

Recipe by
Jamie Mootispaw
Naples, FL

Makes a great side to a surf and turf dinner! Or you can chunk it and turn it into a tantalizing appetizer!

yield 2
prep time 15 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For bacon wrapped lobster tails

  • 2
    live or dead lobsters
  • 1 pkg
    bacon of choice
  • 1 pinch
    salt
  • 1 pinch
    pepper
  • 4 Tbsp
    garlic butter

How To Make bacon wrapped lobster tails

  • 1
    Preheat oven to 350'F
  • 2
    If using live lobsters, break off tail, claws and legs (while alive). Set aside claws and legs for other uses.
  • 3
    Carefully cut through the underside of the tail, all the way to the end. Carefully peel away the shell.
  • 4
    Season tail with salt and pepper to taste.
  • 5
    Wrap tails in bacon, securing with tooth picks if necessary.
  • 6
    Bake at 350'f for 15 min, in the middle of the oven.
  • 7
    Move rack to 4 inches from the top, broil on high till bacon browns and crisps.
  • 8
    Drizzle with garlic butter if desired and serve.
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