Ted Kennedys Favorite Lobster Salad Recipes

Steps:

• Cook the corn and then scrape off the kernels over a bowl and set aside.
• Put the tomatoes, avocado and corn into a bowl and add the lobster meat and toss gently.
• In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, with the milk and mix until smooth.
• Sprinkle the lobster mixture with dill, salt and pepper, then add the mayonnaise mixture and stir briefly so the sauce barely holds the rest of the ingredients together.
• Cover and refrigerate for a few hours before serving.

Steps:

• Place first 5 ingredients in blender (through curry powder); blend until smooth --
• Stir in chives and shallots.
• Season to taste with salt and white pepper.
• *Can be prepared 1 day ahead; cover and refrigerate.
• Bring heavy large saucepan of water to boil.
• Add beans and cook until tender, about 4 minutes.
• Using slotted spoon, transfer to bowl of cold water;. drain.
• Repeat process with asparagus.
• Cut asparagus, beans, bell pepper, greens and cilantro in large bowl.
• Drizzle some dressing over and toss lightly.
• Season with salt and white pepper to taste.
• Arrange salad on plates.
• Fan lobster decoratively.
• Garnish with tomatoes and drizzle remaining dressing over.

Steps:

• In the fridgerator, chill 4 nice dinner plates.
• CAESAR DRESSING: Whisk first 6 ingredients together until combined. Whisk in olive oil to form a smooth dressing. Stir in cheese and season to taste with salt and pepper. (Yields approximately 1 cup).
• GARLIC CROUTONS: Add oil and garlic to a saute pan and saute garlic over moderate heat so that it slowly browns (approximately 5 minutes). Be careful garlic doesn't burn or it will become bitter. Remove garlic and discard.
• Raise heat and saute bread cubes in a single layer until golden brown and crisp on all sides. Remove and drain on paper towels.
• Toss with parsley and lemon zest while still warm. Store in an air tight container if not using immediately.
• ASSEMBLY: Carefully remove lobster meat from shell, reserving heads and tail for plate garnish if desired. Set meat aside.
• Cut and arrange romaine hearts and frisee attractively on chilled plates. Lightly toss celery root with half the dressing and arrange on top of lettuces.
• Slice lobster tails into medallions and place on top of celery root. Place a shelled claw portion on top of this.
• Drizzle remaining dressing on lettuces and scatter croutons and shaved Parmesan over top. Garnish with salmon caviar, and chervil Serve immediately.

Steps:

• Mix everything together in a bowl.
• Adjust seasoning to taste.
• Enjoy!