Lobster Mac and Cheese

2 T. butter
1/2 t. salt
1/2 c. panko crumbs
3 T. Italian seasoning

2 qts. water
2 t. salt
1 lb cavatoppi pasta
3/4 c. butter
3/4 c. flour
1 qt. milk
1 t. nutmeg
1 t. dry mustard
2 1/2 lbs lobster, steamed and cut in half lengthwise

Preheat oven to 375. Spay a 9x13 dish. Melt butter in pan. Toss in panko and salt. Lightly toast. Remove and set aside to cool. In a large pot, bring 2 qts of water to a boil. Add salt. Add cavatoppi and cook until al dente. Drain. Toss with lobster before adding to casserole dish. In a saucepan, over medium heat, melt butter, add flour slowly and cook until shiny. Add the milk. Stir constantly, until creamy, smooth, and thick  Whisk in cheese, nutmeg, & mustard until well combined. Pour cheese sauce over pasta. Sprinkle bread crumbs on top. Bake 15 minutes until golden brown. Remove from oven and allow to set a few minutes before serving.