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["In a large pot, heat the oil over medium heat.", "Add the chopped vegetables and cook, stirring, until softened but not colored, 6 to 8 minutes.", "Add the Essence, bay leaves and thyme, and stir.", "Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds.", "Sprinkle in the flour and stir to coat evenly.", "Cook, stirring with a heavy wooden spoon, until thick and a light roux forms, 6 to 8 minutes.", "Add the stock, stirring until well blended.", "Bring to a boil.", "Reduce the heat and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes.", "Add the heavy cream, salt, cayenne pepper and crabmeat and simmer for 5 minutes.", "Place King crab legs in a steamer to heat up.", "Remove the soup from the heat and adjust the seasoning, to taste.", "To serve, ladle the soup in deep rimmed bowls.", "Garnish each serving with 1 King crab leg, green onions, and chopped parsley.", "Serve hot.", "Combine all ingredients thoroughly and store in an airtight jar or container.", "Yield: about 2/3 cup", "Recipe from ""New New Orleans Cooking"
