Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque

Ingredients:

• 200g crab meat (lump or shredded)
• 200g shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 onion (finely diced)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 stalk celery (finely diced)
• 1 medium carrot (finely diced)
• 1 cup tomato puree
• 4 cups seafood stock (or chicken stock)
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning (or your favorite seafood seasoning)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley (for garnish)
• Lemon wedges (for serving)

Instructions:

1. Sauté the Vegetables: In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion, celery, and carrot. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
2. Add Tomato Puree: Stir in the tomato puree and cook for about 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
3. Pour in the Stock: Add the seafood stock to the pot, and bring to a simmer. Let it cook for about 10 minutes.
4. Add Seafood: Gently add the crab meat and shrimp to the pot. Stir in the Old Bay seasoning and season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through.
5. Blend the Bisque (Optional): If you prefer a smoother texture, you can use an immersion blender to puree the bisque to your desired consistency. If you like it chunky, skip this step.
6. Stir in the Cream: Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream. Heat through, but do not bring to a boil.
7. Serve: Ladle the bisque into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Enjoy!

This rich and flavorful bisque is perfect for a cozy dinner or special occasion. Enjoy the delightful combination of crab and shrimp in every spoonful!