TOMATO-BASIL CRAB BISQUE

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Categories     Soup/Stew

Yield 6 SERVINGS

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 TBLS BUTTER
10 OUNCES FRESH CRABMEAT
1 TOMATO, SEEDED, CHOPPED
1/3 CUP PLUS 3 TBLS CHOPPED FRESH BASIL
2 GARLIC CLOVES, MINCED
1/2 CUP ALL PURPOSE FLOUR
1 1/2 CUPS CLAM-TOMATO JUICE
1 CUP WHIPPING CREAM
1/4 CUP KETCHUP
1/4 CUP BOTTLED CLAM JUICE
2 TSP OLD BAY SEASONING
1/4 TSP HOT PEPPER SAUCE
3/4 CUP WATER
2 TBLS FRESH LEMON JUICE

Steps:

  • MELT BUTTER IN HEAVY LARGE POT OVER MEDIUM-HIGH HEAT. ADD 3/4 OF CRABMEAT, TOMATO, 1/3 CUP CHOPPED FRESH BASIL, AND GARLIC. SAUTE 2 MINUTES. WHISK IN CLAM-TOMATO JUICE AND NEXT 5 INGREDIENTS. REDUCE HEAT TO LOW AND SIMMER UNTIL STIGHTLY THICKENED, ABOUT 10 MINUTES. COOL SOUP SLIGHTLY. PUREE SOUP IN BATCHES IN BLENDED UNTIL SMOOTH. RETURN SOUP TO POT. STIR IN 3/4 CUP WATER AND LEMON JUICE; BRING TO SIMMER. SEASON WITH SALT AND PEPPER. DIVIDE SOUP AMONG 6 BOWLS. SPRINKLE WITH REMAINING CRAB AND 3 TBLS BASIL AND SERVE.

Cash Kashish
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my bisque turned out lumpy. I'm not sure what I did wrong.


Mashalking22 Mashalking22
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This bisque was a bit bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more spices next time.


Ashanti Silvagni
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I found this bisque to be a little too rich for my taste. I think I'll try it again with less cream next time.


Black Mist
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This bisque is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it for a special occasion.


Jesus Castro
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I've made this bisque several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect dish for a special occasion.


Reginald Goodlow
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This bisque is a little time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort. The results are amazing!


Tashee oui
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I'm not a huge fan of crab, but I really enjoyed this bisque. The flavors were well-balanced and the texture was smooth and creamy.


Adeel Abbas
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I made this bisque with homemade crab stock, and it was out of this world! The flavor was so deep and rich.


Griffin Muthomi
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This was the best crab bisque I've ever had! The crab was fresh and flavorful, and the bisque was creamy and rich.


M Hussnain
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This bisque is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty and warming, and the flavors are just incredible.


Amanat Ali
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I love the combination of tomatoes, basil, and crab in this bisque. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


Hopewell Chavula
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This was my first time making crab bisque, and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow and the results were delicious.


Matthew Hull
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I made this bisque for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it, and many asked for the recipe. I highly recommend this dish.


Madushani Peiris
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This tomato basil crab bisque was a hit with my family! The flavors were so rich and creamy, and the crab added a nice sweetness. I will definitely be making this again.