Seafood Bisque Crab Shrimp (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Seafood Essentials
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8 ounces of juicy cooked shrimp, chopped into small chunks
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8 ounces of fresh crab meat, carefully checked for shells
→ Creamy Goodness
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4 tablespoons butter, unsalted
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⅓ cup of finely diced celery for that crunch
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⅓ cup of freshly chopped green onions
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1 ½ cups of heavy cream for richness
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2 cups of whole milk
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3 tablespoons of plain all-purpose flour
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1 tablespoon of tomato paste - the concentrated kind
→ Flavors & Final Touches
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A pinch of sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
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1 teaspoon of that classic Old Bay seasoning
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A handful of chopped flat-leaf parsley to garnish
# Instructions:
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In a saucepan with a thick base, melt the butter over medium heat. Toss in those green onions and celery once the butter's frothy. Stir until they're soft and smell amazing, but don’t let them brown.
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Add the flour, stirring it in nonstop for about a minute. At the same time, heat your milk in another pot or microwave so it's warm and ready.
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Slowly pour the warm milk while whisking vigorously to avoid lumps. Stir the heavy cream and mix in the tomato paste until smooth. Add Old Bay, salt, and pepper to taste.
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Lower the heat and let everything simmer gently until the soup thickens just enough to coat a spoon.
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Carefully fold in the chopped shrimp first, followed by the delicate crab meat. Heat just until it's warmed through. Garnish generously with parsley before serving.
# Notes:
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Perfect as an elegant appetizer or a light meal
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Opt for super fresh seafood to take this dish to another level