INGREDIENTS
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12 peppercorns
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3 sprigs fresh tarragon plus 2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon leaves
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3/4 cup chopped celery
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3/4 cup chopped carrot
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2 1/2 cups chopped onion
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2 cups white wine
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1 lemon, halved
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6 lobsters (1 1/2 pounds each)
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2 sticks butter
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1 1/2 pounds button mushrooms, cleaned and sliced
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3/4 teaspoon salt
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3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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1/2 teaspoon paprika
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1/4 cup Cognac or brandy
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1/2 cup heavy cream
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Dash of Tabasco or other hot sauce
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1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano