Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque That Tastes Like a Five-Star Restaurant — Ready in Under an Hour

Ingredients You’ll Need

Seafood

  • 4 oz cooked lobster meat, chopped
  • 4 oz lump crabmeat, drained
  • 6 oz medium shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter (for sautéing shrimp)

Aromatics & Base

  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour

Liquids & Seasoning

  • ½ cup dry white wine (Sauvignon Blanc recommended)
  • 3 cups seafood stock (or chicken broth)
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Dash of cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ¼ cup half-and-half

Finishing Touches

  • Chopped chives or parsley
  • Optional splash of sherry or brandy

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