One of the ways in which lobster is difficult to cook is how easily you can over- or undercook it. Here's an expert-approved way to tell if yours is done.

Lobsters can be intimidating, whether you're cooking them or eating them -- even ordering pre-cooked lobster at a restaurant is a little scary if you don't know how to crack into it. Since ...

Boil water and add some salt. Put the lobster in the pot head first. Cover the pot. Boil 12-15 minutes for 1 lb lobster, 15-20 minutes for a 1 1/2 pound lobster, 20-25 minutes for a 2-3 pound lobster.