How Long You Should Be Cooking Lobster According To Martha Stewart

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Martha Stewart knows a thing or two about cooking — and eating — lobster. The icon has published a number of lobster-centric recipes on her website, including everything from succulent lobster rolls to creamy, elegant lobster bisque to indulgent lobster mac and cheese. She recently shared a handful of seafood tips with Food & Wine, including how to cook lobster perfectly ... and how to avoid making a classic mistake.

When it comes to cooking lobster, timing is everything. Stewart advises boiling a "pound and a quarter fresh from the sea" lobster between 13 and 18 minutes — no more, no less. If you exceed the boiling time of 18 minutes, she explains that you risk overcooking. An easy way to tell if you've gone a bit overboard is if the lobster's claw is half the size of the shell when cracked open. Stewart also suggests adding a cup of vodka to the pot. Her reason? "If you were going to be boiled alive, you'd want to have a drink also." Good point, Martha.