In the culinary world, few dishes can match the rich and creamy satisfaction of a hearty bowl of Franks cream of crab soup. Whether you're a seasoned foodie or a home cook looking to elevate your next meal, this classic soup is a true delight. With its velvety texture, succulent crab meat, and a symphony of flavors, it's no wonder why Franks cream of crab soup has earned such a dedicated following. Get ready to embark on a journey of culinary exploration as we delve into the secrets of crafting the ultimate crab soup, bringing the taste of the Chesapeake Bay to your very own kitchen.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
CREAM OF CRAB SOUP
One of our Chesapeake Bay delicacies is the Maryland Blue Crab. It's abundant from May through October and used in a variety of dishes, like this rich soup.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Melt butter in a 3-qt. saucepan; stir in flour, seafood seasoning, salt and curry powder. Cook until thickened and bubbly. Gradually add milk; cook and stir until mixture is hot (do not boil). , Remove cartilage from crab if necessary. Add crab and parsley to soup; cook and stir just until crab is heated. If desired, thin soup with additional milk; garnish with parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 262 calories, Fat 17g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 104mg cholesterol, Sodium 878mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 16g protein.
FRANK'S CREAM OF CRAB SOUP
Make and share this Frank's Cream of Crab Soup recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Chalsea
Categories Crab
Time 1h10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In soup pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add onion, saute for 2-3 minutes.
- Add potatoes, old bay, and mustard.
- Decrease heat to low, cook, stirring often until potatoes are barely tender (30 minutes). Remove from heat.
- Whisk in flour, salt and pepper. Return to medium heat and stir constantly about 2 minutes.
- Slowly pour in half and half and milk, stirring constantly.
- Cook over med-low heat, stirring often until thickened.
- Add the crabmeat, simmer about 15-20 minutes.
- When ready to serve, stir in sherry and parsley.
CREAM OF CRAB SOUP
Are you a seafood lover on the lookout for go-to fall and winter soup? Try our cream of crab soup, which some think of as a creamier version of our Maryland Crab Soup with Old Bay. If you want more seafood inspiration, we've got you covered with more recommended in-season seafood recipes.
Provided by Old Bay
Categories Soups, Stews, and Chili,
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Melt butter in 3-quart saucepan on medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir 5 minutes or until softened. Add flour Old Bay and parsley; whisk until well blended. Whisking constantly gradually add milk. Bring just to boil.Stir in crabmeat. Reduce heat to low; simmer 20 minutes stirring occasionally.Stir in sherry if desired. Heat 1 to 2 minutes. Sprinkle with additional Old Bay if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 287 Calories
KARYN'S CREAM OF CRAB SOUP
This cream of crab soup is so rich and delicious! I make this a lot, especially in the winter with some nice, hot rolls! Use more Old Bay to suit your taste. I also recommend using lump crabmeat. Enjoy!!
Provided by KARYN821
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Seafood
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, blend flour and hollandaise sauce mix with 2 cups half-and-half.
- Melt butter in a medium, heavy saucepan over medium heat. Slowly add hollandaise mixture, stirring constantly until thickened. Add remaining half-and-half, Old Bay, dry mustard, celery seed, and whipping cream. Bring to a simmer and reduce heat to low. Add crabmeat and sherry, stirring gently until warmed through. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 543.1 calories, Carbohydrate 15.3 g, Cholesterol 187.5 mg, Fat 45.2 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 20.4 g, SaturatedFat 27.6 g, Sodium 1447 mg, Sugar 0.4 g
AWARD-WINNING MARYLAND CREAM OF CRAB SOUP
This recipe is credited to Ms. Charlese Smith and is the Grand Prize Winner in the Soup Division of the 53rd Annual National Hard Crab Derby held in Crisfield, MD. It is very rich - not a diet soup!! I make this with one cup grated onion sauteed in the butter until very soft to start, before adding the milk and cream, but I didn't want to add that below as this is the original recipe.
Provided by Raquel Grinnell
Categories Crab
Time 35m
Yield 1 pot soup, 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring milk, half and half, and heavy whipping cream to a boil. Add crab meat, fresh parsley, Old Bay Seasoning, butter, salt and pepper. When it starts to boil, make a paste of cornstarch and water and add to thicken soup.
- To serve, sprinkle each serving with a bit of Old Bay and chopped parsley. Serve with oyster crackers and a small cream pitcher of sherry on the side for diners to add to taste. That's how we do it in Maryland!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 564.5, Fat 53, SaturatedFat 32.8, Cholesterol 218.8, Sodium 387.1, Carbohydrate 9.2, Sugar 2.7, Protein 14.6
AUNT NANCY'S CREAM OF CRAB SOUP
My sister Nancy is one of the best cooks I know. When my daughter was getting married, I put together a cookbook of her favorite family recipes-Nancy's soup was a must-have. Our family often had this with a salad before Christmas Eve services. -Lynne German, Buford, Georgia
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 35m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, heat butter and bouillon over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender, 1-2 minutes. Stir in cornstarch until blended; gradually whisk in cream. Bring just to a boil, stirring constantly. Stir in crab, cheese and seasonings. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, to allow flavors to blend, about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally., Stir in sherry; heat 1-2 minutes longer. Sprinkle servings with additional nutmeg.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 383 calories, Fat 25g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 175mg cholesterol, Sodium 1089mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 19g protein.
AWARD WINNING MARYLAND CREAM OF CRAB SOUP RECIPE - (3.7/5)
Provided by Lsweetnell
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Prepare the lump crab meat by gently picking pick through to remove as much cartilage as you can find. Try to preserve as much of the lumpy texture as you can. A small side bowl of room temperature water will help to get the cartilage off your fingers as you work. Discard cartilage. Set crab meat aside. Bring milk, half and half, and heavy whipping cream to a boil. Add 1/3 crab meat, fresh parsley, 1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning, butter, salt, and pepper. When it starts to boil, make a paste of cornstarch, and cold water, tap or otherwise, or cold chicken stock. Start by added the cornstarch to a small bowl and slowly whisking in the liquid until a paste forms. Whisk the paste into the soup to prevent lumps and whisk until the soup has thickened. If lumps do form continue whisking until they have been whisked out. Add another 1/3 of the crab meat, stirring gently to preserve the lumps of the lump crab meat, just until crab is heated through. Soup should be fairly thick. Garnish with remaining crab and a dash of remaining Old Bay.
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
- Be sure to clean and devein the crab meat before using it.
- Don't overcook the crab meat, or it will become tough.
- Use a good quality cream of celery soup. You can also make your own cream of celery soup if you prefer.
- Season the soup to taste with salt, pepper, and Old Bay seasoning.
- Serve the soup hot with crackers, bread, or a salad.
Conclusion:
Frank's Cream of Crab Soup is a classic Maryland dish that is easy to make and delicious to eat. It is perfect for a cold winter day or a special occasion. With its creamy, flavorful broth and tender crab meat, this soup is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a comforting and delicious meal, give Frank's Cream of Crab Soup a try.
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