Lobster Thermidor

Ingredients

• 2 lemons, halved
• 1 onion, quartered
• 1 Bouquet Garni, recipe follows*
• 2 (1 1/2 to 1 3/4-pound) live Maine lobsters
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons minced shallots
• 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons cognac or brandy
• 3/4 cup milk
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 teaspoon salt, plus 1/8 teaspoon
• 1/8 teaspoon ground white pepper
• 1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan, plus 2 tablespoons
• 1 tablespoon dry mustard powder
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh tarragon leaves
• 2 teaspoons finely chopped parsley, plus additional for garnish
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 small sprig fresh thyme
• 3 sprigs fresh parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns

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