How exciting is this! We are cooking lobsters. One of my favourite things in the world to do. Okay, first add the leek and the onion to the pot and pour in 4 gallons of water. Bring water to a rolling boil.
Once water is at a full boil, take the rubber bands off of the lobsters and drop them head first into the water and put lid back on the pot. For a 1 1/2 pound lobster you are going to want to boil for around 18-20 minutes. For a 1 1/4 pounder boil for 16-18 minutes.
While lobsters are bubbling away, get an ice bath ready. You are going to want to pop the lobsters directly into an ice bath to stop the cooking. Remember to season the ice bath water with salt if you are using fresh water.
Let the lobsters cool completely in the ice bath. While they are cooling, melt butter for dipping. I am also a huge fan of white vinegar with my lobster.
Crack those suckers open and devour. Make a mess, enjoy it. This is a celebration!
