"This chowder uses all parts of the lobster in a chunky soup rich with cream, eggs, and sherry wine. Read through the instructions and you will find that this gourmet treat is not at all difficult to make, but quite impressive to the palate...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 live female lobsters, about 4 pounds total
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2 cups dry white wine
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2 cups light cream
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2 cups milk
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1/2 cup finely sliced onion
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4 sprigs parsley
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1 bay leaf
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1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
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6 whole peppercorns
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4 unsalted soda crackers (such as Bremern Wafers), crushed
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2 Tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
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2 egg yolks, well beaten
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2 Tablespoons dry sherry
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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Freshly ground black pepper to taste
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Paprika
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Vermont Common Crackers