Boiled Lobster

Boiled lobster with butter is the classic, simplest and (many would say the most delicious) way to prepare and serve lobster.

Place some water on the fire, and when it is boiling fast put the lobster in, head first, so that it may be killed at once. Place the lid on and let the lobster boil for half an hour. Take it out and leave it until well drained, then wipe off the scum and rub it over with a little piece of butter tied in a cloth.