Rich Crab and Shrimp Bisque (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Base

01 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter
02 - 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
03 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 4 cups seafood or chicken broth
06 - 1 cup heavy cream

→ Seafood

07 - 1/2 pound lump crabmeat
08 - 1/2 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

→ Seasonings

09 - Salt and pepper to taste
10 - Fresh parsley for garnish

# Instructions:

01 - Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Cook onion and garlic until soft and fragrant, 3-4 minutes
02 - Sprinkle flour over vegetables, stirring constantly. Cook until golden brown, 2-3 minutes
03 - Gradually whisk in broth, simmer 5-7 minutes until thickened. Add cream and simmer 5 more minutes
04 - Add crabmeat and shrimp, simmer until shrimp turn pink, 3-4 minutes
05 - Season with salt and pepper. Optionally blend for desired consistency. Garnish with parsley

# Notes:

01 - Use fresh seafood when possible for best flavor
02 - Can be enhanced with a splash of sherry or white wine
03 - Roux should be golden brown to avoid raw flour taste

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