Lobster Mac and Cheese

INGREDIENTS

8 oz

macaroni (I used ditalini pasta)

5 tbsp

butter (divided)

3 cloves

garlic (minced)

3 tbsp

all-purpose flour

2 cups

whole milk

3 cups

gruyere cheddar cheese (grated (see note))

1/2 tsp

freshly ground pepper

1/2 tsp

salt

1/4 tsp

ground nutmeg

12 oz

cooked lobster meat (see note)

3/4 cup

panko breadcrumbs

3/4 cup

parmesan (grated)

1 tsp

garlic herb spices or thyme