Brooke Dojny

Instead of ordering Thai takeout, whip up this easy classic, which takes some short cuts (hello, curry paste) to get great flavor with less knife work. Serve with steamed jasmine rice and a cucumber and snow pea salad.

Editor's note: The recipe and introductory text are from Brooke Dojny's book The New England Clam Shack Cookbook, 2nd Edition.

At Shaw's [Fish and Lobster Wharf], their lobster pot pie is something like a lobster gratin — a rich and luxurious dish in itself — made more so with its buttery crumb topping. Because it can be made ahead and reheated just before serving, this lobster pot pie makes an ideal meal for a special dinner party.