Cream of Shrimp Soup Recipe

Name: Cream of Shrimp Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter; 1 medium onions finely chopped; 1 medium potatoes finely cubed; 2 pounds shrimp peeled, deveined; 2 cups heavy whipping cream; 1 each bay leaves crumbled; 1 tablespoon parsley leaves chopped; 2 each carrots finely chopped; 1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce; 1 cup white wine dry; 1/2 tablespoon thyme dried; 1 cup water; 1 dash red hot pepper sauce; 1 x salt and black pepper to taste

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons butter
1 medium onions finely chopped
1 medium potatoes finely cubed
2 pounds shrimp peeled, deveined
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 each bay leaves crumbled
1 tablespoon parsley leaves chopped
2 each carrots finely chopped
1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
1 cup white wine dry
1/2 tablespoon thyme dried
1 cup water
1 dash red hot pepper sauce
1 x salt and black pepper to taste

1
In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
2
Add carrots, onion, celery and potato and saute until the onion is translucent 2 to 3 minutes.
3
Add white wine, water, cream, thyme, bay leaf and all but a handful of shrimp.
4
Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, cover and simmer gently for 20 minutes.
5
In small batches, puiree in a food processor.
6
Return soup to the pan and season with salt, pepper, hot sauce and Worcestershire sauce.
7
Cut the remaining shrimp into small chunks and add to the soup.
8
Simmer gently until cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes.
9
Garnish with parsley.

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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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons butter, 1 medium onions finely chopped, 1 medium potatoes finely cubed, 2 pounds shrimp peeled, deveined, and more.

Yes, Cream of Shrimp Soup 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!

Cream of Shrimp Soup

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