CREAMY SEAFOOD BISQUE

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This deceptively simple bisque makes a special first course or even a casual meal with a salad or bread. I like to top bowlfuls with shredded Parmesan cheese and green onions. -Wanda Allende, Orlando, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup butter, cubed
1 medium red onion, chopped
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 carton (32 ounces) chicken broth
2 cups whole baby clams, drained
1/2 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 cups lump crabmeat, drained
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
2 green onions, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add red onion and mushrooms; saute for 4-5 minutes or until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until blended; add tomato paste. Gradually whisk in broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes., Add clams and shrimp; return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 5-10 minutes longer or until shrimp turn pink, stirring occasionally. Stir in crab and cream; heat through (do not boil). Serve with cheese and green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 453 calories, Fat 36g fat (22g saturated fat), Cholesterol 197mg cholesterol, Sodium 1232mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

Ra Shehzad borana
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This bisque is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth every penny.


Jariah Hayyan
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I love the creamy texture of this bisque. It's the perfect comfort food.


EVELYN MARTINEZ
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This bisque is so easy to make and it tastes like it came from a restaurant.


Muhammad Junaid Ul Haq
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I've made this bisque several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great recipe for a special occasion or a casual get-together.


Phoebe Achieng
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This bisque is the perfect way to warm up on a cold day. It's hearty and filling, and the flavors are amazing.


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I made this bisque for a special occasion and it was a huge success. It was creamy, flavorful, and elegant.


Rana Raheem
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This bisque was a hit at my party! Everyone loved it.


Ismail Wattu
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I'm not a great cook, but this recipe was easy to follow and the bisque turned out great. I'm definitely going to make it again.


Mimi Mima
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This bisque is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort. The flavors are incredible.


Attiq Ahmed
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I love this bisque! It's so creamy and flavorful. I always make a big batch and freeze it so I can enjoy it all week long.


ffhh gffg
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This bisque was so easy to make and it tasted amazing! I will definitely be making this again.


Braden Terry
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The bisque was creamy and flavorful, and the seafood was cooked perfectly.


Duduzile Precious Ngwenya
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This was the perfect comfort food for a cold winter night. It was rich and creamy, and the seafood was cooked to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe.


Niteshkumar Yadav
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I'm not a huge fan of seafood, but this bisque was surprisingly good. The creamy sauce was very flavorful, and the seafood was tender and not at all fishy.


Mariam Isowo
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This creamy seafood bisque was absolutely delicious! The flavors were rich and complex, and the seafood was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.