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- 1 live Maine lobster (about 1 ½ lbs)
- kosher salt (as needed for boiling)
- 8 slice good quality sandwich bread
- 8 slice Havarti cheese
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh chives
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- fresh watercress (to taste)
- 8 tablespoon unsalted butter (melted)
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 447g | |
| Calories 1725 | |
| Calories from Fat 983 | 57% |
| Total Fat 111.37g | 139% |
| Saturated Fat 63.45g | 254% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 407mg | 136% |
| Sodium 1588mg | 66% |
| Potassium 428mg | 12% |
| Total Carbs 154.36g | 41% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.2g | 27% |
| Sugars 6.14g | 4% |
| Protein 31.62g | 51% |
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