Since 1901, the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies has been responsible for the planning and execution of the swearing-in ceremonies and the luncheon for the Inauguration of the President of the United States at the US Capitol. Photograph from the 2009 Inaugural Luncheon.
Lobster Tails: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 each lobster tails, 4oz.
- 1/4 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 gallon water
- 1/2 teaspoon white wine
- 3 each star anise
- 2 cups mirepoix, (medium, 1/4 inch dice of carrot, celery, onion and leek)
- 1 each large bowl of ice water
Preparation
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Combine all ingredients (except lobster) in an 8 quart pot and bring to a boil.
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Place lobster tails in a another 8 quart pot and carefully pour boiling liquid over lobster tails and allow to steam for approximately 6 minutes.
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Remove tails from liquid and place in ice water for 5 minutes to stop the cooking process. Remove tails from ice and begin to remove lobster meat from the shell.
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Cut each lobster tail into 6 large pieces, place in oven safe dish and add 2 tablespoons of water to dish and cover with lid or foil. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
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Reheat lobster at time of service by placing it in a 170º F oven for approximately 15 minutes.
New England Clam Chowder Sauce: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 20 each little neck clams, rinsed in cold water
- 1/4 cup shallot, minced
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1 cup white wine
- 2 cups clam juice, canned
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 tablespoon canola oil
- 1 cup carrot, small dice
- 1 cup celery, small dice
- 1 cup Yukon gold potato, small dice, peeled
- 1 cup leek, small dice
- 1/2 cup onion, small dice
- 1 pinch kosher salt
- 1 pinch cracked pepper
- 1/4 cup tarragon, chop at the last minute
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