Creamy and Flavorful Lobster Bisque

Indulge in the rich flavors of a classic lobster bisque with this easy-to-follow recipe. This creamy and velvety soup is filled with succulent pieces of lobster meat and aromatic herbs. Perfect as an appetizer or a hearty main course, this dish will impress your family and friends. Get ready to savor the taste of the sea with this luxurious lobster bisque.

Ingredients

• 2 lobsters (about 1.5 pounds each)
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup chopped onions
• 1/2 cup chopped carrots
• 1/2 cup chopped celery
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1/4 cup tomato paste
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup dry white wine
• 4 cups seafood stock
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped fresh chives for garnish

Directions

1. Prepare the lobsters by boiling them in a large pot of salted water until they turn bright red, about 10 minutes. Remove the lobsters from the pot and let them cool. Once cool, remove the meat from the lobsters, chop it into bite-sized pieces, and set aside.
2. In a large soup pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onions, carrots, celery, and garlic. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the tomato paste and flour. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
4. Add the white wine and cook for 1 minute, allowing it to reduce slightly.
5. Pour in the seafood stock, heavy cream, bay leaf, dried thyme, and paprika. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20 minutes.
6. Using an immersion blender or a regular blender, blend the soup until smooth and creamy. If using a regular blender, be sure to blend in small batches and vent the blender to avoid a hot soup explosion.
7. Return the soup to the pot and add the chopped lobster meat. Cook for an additional 5 minutes to warm the lobster meat through.
8. Serve the lobster bisque hot, garnished with chopped fresh chives.
9. Enjoy the luxurious and decadent flavors of this homemade lobster bisque!

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