Crabmeat And Mushroom Bisque Recipe

Name: Crabmeat And Mushroom Bisque
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 Tbsp. butter; 4 Tbsp. finely chopped onion; 1 scallion (including top), chopped; 1 stalk celery, finely chopped; 2 Tbsp. chopped parsley; 1 c. fresh mushrooms, sliced; 2 Tbsp. flour; 1 1/2 c. milk; 1 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp. pepper; 1/4 tsp. ground mace; dash of Tabasco; 1 c. half and half; 1 1/2 c. cooked crabmeat or 2 (6 oz. each) pkg. frozen; 3 Tbsp. dry sherry

Servings: persons

8 Tbsp. butter
4 Tbsp. finely chopped onion
1 scallion (including top), chopped
1 stalk celery, finely chopped
2 Tbsp. chopped parsley
1 c. fresh mushrooms, sliced
2 Tbsp. flour
1 1/2 c. milk
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1/4 tsp. ground mace
dash of Tabasco
1 c. half and half
1 1/2 c. cooked crabmeat or 2 (6 oz. each) pkg. frozen
3 Tbsp. dry sherry

1
In medium skillet, heat 4 tablespoons of butter.
2
Add next 5 ingredients; saute until soft but not brown.
3
Set aside.
4
In large saucepan, heat remaining 2 tablespoons butter; remove from heat. Stir in flour.
5
Gradually add milk.
6
Cook, stirring constantly, until thickened and smooth.
7
Stir in salt, pepper, mace and Tabasco.
8
Add sauteed veggies and half and half.
9
Bring to boiling, stirring.
10
Reduce heat and add crabmeat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes.
11
Just before serving; stir in sherry.

387

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 Tbsp. butter, 4 Tbsp. finely chopped onion, 1 scallion (including top), chopped, 1 stalk celery, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Crabmeat And Mushroom Bisque falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Crabmeat And Mushroom Bisque

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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