BROCCOLI AND CRAB BISQUE

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Since our son is a broccoli grower, our friends keep supplying us with recipes using broccoli. To this family favorite, add a tossed salad, rolls, fruit and cookies, and you have an easy but delicious supper full of nutrition. -Dorothy Child, Malone, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup sliced leeks (white part only)
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 cup fresh broccoli florets
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 bay leaf
2 cans (10-1/2 ounces each) condensed chicken broth, undiluted
1 cup half-and-half cream
3/4 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1 package (6 ounces) frozen crabmeat, thawed, drained and flaked

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook the leeks, mushrooms, broccoli and garlic in butter until broccoli is crisp-tender. Stir in flour and seasonings until blended. Gradually add broth and cream., Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Add cheese; stir until melted. Add crab; heat through but do not boil. Discard bay leaf before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303 calories, Fat 20g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 674mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

Linda Weaver
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I'm allergic to crab, so I can't try this bisque.


LAMIm HASAN
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I don't think I would like this bisque. I don't like broccoli or crab.


Enrique Redonda
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This bisque looks too complicated for me to make.


Henry Adeson
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I'm not sure about this recipe. I've never had broccoli and crab bisque before.


Marlene Fredericks
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I can't wait to try this bisque. It looks so delicious.


Fatimah Abdul
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This bisque is a great way to use up leftover broccoli and crab.


EXAVIER SCHNEÏDY
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a keeper.


Albu Manuela
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This bisque is the perfect comfort food. It's so warm and satisfying.


Lora Grant
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I love the creamy texture of this bisque. It's so smooth and velvety.


Naeem Malik
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This bisque is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I'll definitely be making it again.


Kellie Franklin
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I'm not a fan of seafood, but I loved this bisque. The broccoli and cheese really balance out the crab flavor.


Ec 021pgo
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This is the best broccoli and crab bisque I've ever had.


Shantelle Van Heerden
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I made this bisque for a party and everyone raved about it. It was a huge success.


Jennifer Burke
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This bisque is perfect for a cold winter day. It's so warm and comforting.


Evan Esmail
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I've made this bisque several times now and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it.


Derrick
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This was my first time making bisque and it turned out great! Thanks for the recipe.


SUFYAN ALLBALOCHI
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This bisque is so creamy and flavorful. I love the addition of the crab.


Lester Glenn Heckard
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This was so easy to make and it turned out great! I used fresh broccoli and crab and it really made a difference in the flavor.


Erin Winters
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I'm not a huge fan of broccoli, but this bisque was delicious! The crab flavor really shines through and the broccoli is cooked perfectly.


Asha P
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This broccoli and crab bisque was a hit with my family! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the texture was creamy and smooth. I will definitely be making this again soon.