#lobster newburg

[mickmathersartblog]

"Lobster Newburg"

digital collage & digital painting by Mick Mather

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[popbooth]

Seafood - Lobster Newburg

This lobster Newburg dish with tender chunks of lobster in a rich, buttery cream sauce is delicious when served over toast or puff pastry shells.

[clarklola]

Lobster Newburg This lobster Newburg dish with tender chunks of lobster in a rich, buttery cream sauce is delicious when served over toast or puff pastry shells.

[martinperret]

Lobster Newburg This lobster Newburg dish with tender chunks of lobster in a rich, buttery cream sauce is delicious when served over toast or puff pastry shells. 1/4 cup butter or margarine, 2 tablespoons dry sherry or madeira, 2 large egg yolks beaten, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1 pinch cayenne pepper, 3/4 pound cooked lobster meat broken into chunks, 1 pinch ground nutmeg, 1/2 teaspoon salt

[lookashiny]

(via Classic Lobster Newburg - The Suburban Soapbox)

[murderousink23]

03/25/2024 is Holi 🌎, Freedom Day 🇧🇾, National Cerebral Palsy Awareness Day 🌎, Dante Day 🇮🇹, National Waffle Day 🇸🇪, National Lobster Newburg Day 🦞🇺🇸, National Medal of Honor Day 🇺🇸, National Tolkien Reading Day 🇺🇸, Slavery Remembrance Day 🇺🇳, Detained Staff Day 🇺🇳

[davidwhornii-blog]

Lobster Newburg is a classic preparation of Lobster and a delicious cream sauce that pulls it all together. There are many ways to prepare this dish, but using puff pastry takes it to another level and makes the dish even more elegant if that's possible. The great thing about prepared puff pastry is that you can purchase it made up for hors d' oeuvres or large sizes for a main course.

For this recipe, please go to:

https://creativeelegancecatering.blogspot.com/.../lobster...

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[subby-sab]

Today is 25th of March.

Today is International Waffle Day, Dol Jatra / Dol Purnima, National Lobster Newburg Day, World Retrospective Day.

[gardeniahungma]

Create-a-recipe by Gardenia C. Hung, M.A., B.A.: Crab à la Newburg

https://create-a-recipe.blogspot.com/2011/03/crab-la-newburg.html?m=1 Sunday brunch is among the favorite past times when one can indulge in comfort foods to taste like “Crab à la Newburg” following a standard recipe for Lobster à la Newburg. I have also prepared Shrimp à la Newburg replacing seafood favorites such as Scallops can also add interest, taste, and variety to your favorite cooking…

[kineats]

CHALLENGE: SOME RECIPES THAT MIGHT BE FOUND IN GOTHAM

CLASSIC GOTHAMITE DISHES FOR A BAT HERO LOOKING FOR HOME

If you want some obscure references: Buttermilk with breakfast (Recipe) Mulligatawny Soup The Animated Series "Vendetta" mentions French Onion Soup Steak (end of Kingdom Come) And of course, Cucumber Sandwiches (Classic vs My Fave)

Some stuff I imagine would be favorite things among Gothamites: Lobster Newburg Lumpiang Shanghai Yang Rou Chuan’r or Souvlaki Falafel Dogs (If you don't have boxed falafel mix, this recipe is good!) Arancini White Chicken Chili Beef Patties Chicken Divan with Curry

Or, since Newark NJ is literally Gotham City's inspo in this realm: Jersey Breakfast Dog Ultimate Breakfast Bagel (Best served on an Everything Bagel with Pork Roll) Manhattan Clam Chowder Egg Creams (Ubet syrup forever) And if 21+, Newark Coctail

[shewhoworshipscarlin]

So why is it they allow a man with big powerful hands get onboard an airplane? I’ll tell you why. They know he’s not a security risk because he’s already answered the three big questions. Question number 1: “Did you pack your bags yourself?” … … No. Carrot Top packed my bags. He and Martha Stewart and Florence Henderson came over to the house last night, fixed me a lovely Lobster Newburg, gave me a full body massage with sacred oils from India, performed a four-way around the world, and then they packed my bags.

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[cloexbrosluvr]

Classic Lobster Newburg

[brookston]

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[bluejaysandblackbats]

Where There's Smoke

Fandom: DC Comics, JSA, Flashfam

Summary: Jay and Joan think nothing can go wrong on the perfect blind date. They didn't account for the fire next door.

Chapters: 1/?

Characters: Jay Garrick, Joan Williams

Relationship(s): Jay Garrick/Joan Williams

Additional Tags: Blind Date Fic, Jay Garrick POV, 1940s AU, No Powers AU, No Capes AU, Romantic Fluff, Love at First Sight, Al Pratt Mention, Mary Pratt Mention

Chapter One: Blue Poppies

I sat in the restaurant alone, tugging awkwardly at my tie as I kicked myself for coming early. “Hi, I’m Jay—. No . Nice to meet you, I’m Jason—. No, it’s best not to start off that formal—.” A woman in a sky-blue evening gown swept in, crossing the floor at full speed, taking my breath away. There was no one like her. There’d never be anyone like her. She stopped in the center of the room and looked around before spotting the blue poppy on my lapel. She pointed at me and held her wrist up so I could see her corsage. I stood up once she got to the table and pulled out her chair, unable to hide the smile on my face as she settled in. 

“I’m awfully sorry if I’m late,” she apologized. 

“You’re not late. I’m just—. I got here early. Nice to finally meet you,” I smiled. The pretty young woman reached across the table, and I kissed the woman’s hand. I hadn’t planned on it, but it felt right. She grinned, taking a sip of water as she fixed her eyes on me. 

Time slowed down when I looked at her. I wanted to commit every detail of her face and dress to memory because I knew. I knew that she was the one. “Mary didn’t tell me your name, so I’m guessing Al didn’t tell you mine. I’m Joan Williams,” she introduced herself. 

“Jason Garrick. Everyone calls me Jay. You should take a gander at the menu. I’m uh—. I don’t know much about this fancy restaurant food, but I tried lobster once overseas,” I confessed. 

Joan smiled at me. “Have you tried lobster newburg?” Joan asked. I shook my head. “Lobster newburg is a hot bisque draped over flaky pastry. Do you like heavy cream?” 

“I do. Do you mind ordering?” I asked. I didn’t want her to think of me as a dunce, but I’d rather have her order than get something I didn’t like. It was expected that I order our meal as the man, but she seemed amused with my admission of ignorance. 

“Don’t worry. Order the lobster Newburg for yourself and the lamb chops for myself. I usually have my lamb chops with a side of green beans. The lobster newburg is good with spinach if you enjoy that sort of thing. For cocktails—. Do you drink?” Joan questioned. I nodded. “What do you drink?” 

“I like to have a tall Manhattan on the rocks… And you?” I asked in reply. 

“Orange blossom with sugar on the rim. I think it’s delightful,” Joan answered. I thought she was delightful . I tapped my fingers on the table, smiling at her as I tried to think of something intelligent. 

“Have you heard of the nifty new machine they call the microwave oven? It’s been around for two years, but it’s a high-density electromagnetic field generator connected to a metal box that pops corn and heats up hotdogs. There’s a restaurant in Boston that has one. Gosh, it sure is something,” I smiled. Joan stared at me for a moment, chewing her lip. I was convinced I’d lost her interest right then. 

“ Radiation to cook? Isn’t that dangerous?” Joan asked. Thank goodness! She humored me.

“I don’t know. I suppose it’s one of those things they’ll find out much later,” I answered, “I wouldn’t mind taking the risk, though.” 

Joan giggled. “You’re an adventurous spirit, Jay Garrick. I like that,” Joan replied. I couldn’t help but smile. The waitress came to take our order. 

Joan smiled sweetly and nodded at me. “Lambchops and green beans for the lady,” I paused, “And I’ll have the lobster newburg and spinach,” I ordered. 

“And what are we drinking tonight?” the waitress questioned. 

“Tall Manhattan on the rocks for me, and my date will have an orange blossom with sugar on the rim if that’s alright?” I replied. Joan took a piece of bread from the tray and carefully broke off pieces to eat. The waitress smiled and left us alone. 

“How’d I do?” I whispered playfully. 

“You were perfect,” Joan laughed. Oh, I loved her laugh. Mature and warm, from the back of her throat like a ginger tea with honey. “Jay, would you like some bread?” 

I nodded. Joan broke a piece of her bread and reached across the table. It was such a strange gesture that I laughed out loud. But I took her offer. “Thank you, Joan,” I chuckled. Joan nodded. 

“You passed,” Joan smiled. 

I washed my bread down with water and looked into her eyes. “Pardon?” I asked. 

“Some men are such drips. But not you. You’re swell,” Joan smiled. My cheeks went rosy. “I hope you don’t think I’m—.” 

“You’re more wonderful than I could’ve imagined,” I interrupted. Joan covered her smile with her hand. “Joan, I hope you don’t think I’m too forward, but I think you’re the most beautiful woman I’ve ever met.” Joan’s eyes widened, and she swallowed hard. 

“Hot diggity dog, Jay. You sure do know how to make a girl feel special… You’re so sweet,” Joan whispered. The waitress brought our drinks and Joan offered me a sip. I could taste hints of vermouth but the smoothness of the gin and the warm, summery sweetness of the orange made me smile. I loved a sweet drink, but it was a first date, and I wanted to impress her. But the drink made me giggle. I offered her a sip of my drink, and she laughed. She put her hands over mine as I poured a sip of my drink into her mouth. Four polite fingers over her mouth to stifle a laugh as she swallowed her sip. 

I turned away to laugh. “Is it—? Is it bad?” I asked. 

Joan shook her head, leaning forward for another sip. I took a sip of her drink and then we took a sip of our drinks. Joan couldn’t stop giggling which tickled me pink. We doubled over, forehead to forehead, and then we met eyes. She was close enough for me to smell the bergamot and jasmine. I caught a glimpse of her eyes like sunlight through amber glass. “Jay?” 

“Yes, Joan?” I whispered. 

“Would you like to dance while we wait?” Joan asked. I nodded, taking her hand and escorting her to the dancefloor. The band played My Darling, My Darling , and she let me hold her close on the dancefloor. I appreciated how light on her feet she was. I wished I was a little lighter on mine. Joan let me lift her up enough for her feet to glide across the floor and be safe from my two left feet. “Jay Garrick... Jay.” 

“Joan Williams… Joan,” I whispered in reply. We stopped turning, moving side-to-side as Joan held my face in her palm. “Do you have a pen in that purse of yours?” 

“I do. Why do you ask?” Joan whispered.

“If we ever get married, I want to know what song to use for our first dance,” I confessed. Joan glanced over my shoulder. I turned in the direction of her glance. “Dinnertime.” 

She held my hand as we approached the table. I pulled out her chair and sat across from her. Joan pulled out a notepad and wrote the name of the song and a few other things before folding the paper and handing it to me. “When,” Joan replied.

“I beg your pardon?” I asked. 

“Don’t say if… Say when,” Joan corrected me. She nursed her drink for the remainder of the meal, and I’m not ashamed to admit I stalled my way through dinner. I didn’t want the night to end. Be careful what you wish for. Because that’s when the fire started.

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