Delicious and Creamy Seafood Bisque

Indulge in the rich and savory flavors of this creamy seafood bisque. Made with a medley of fresh seafood and a perfectly seasoned broth, this bisque is the perfect indulgence for seafood lovers. Serve it as a starter or a main dish, this bisque is sure to impress your guests and become a favorite in your repertoire. Take your taste buds on a culinary adventure with this classic American dish.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 4 cups seafood stock
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/2 pound crabmeat
• 1/2 pound scallops
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Directions

1. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot and cook until they are translucent and fragrant.
3. Sprinkle the flour over the onions and garlic, stirring constantly to form a roux.
4. Slowly pour in the seafood stock, whisking constantly to prevent lumps from forming.
5. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Add the heavy cream to the pot and stir until well combined.
7. Gently stir in the shrimp, crabmeat, and scallops, making sure they are evenly distributed in the pot.
8. Season the bisque with paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper, adjusting the amounts to your taste.
9. Simmer the bisque for another 10 minutes, or until the seafood is cooked through.
10. Serve the seafood bisque hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.
11. Enjoy!

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