Delicious Shrimp Bisque Recipe

Indulge in the rich and creamy flavors of this classic American Shrimp Bisque. Made with fresh shrimp, aromatic vegetables, and a touch of cream, this hearty soup is the perfect comfort food for any occasion. Follow this easy recipe to create a restaurant-quality bisque that will impress your family and friends. Serve it with some crusty bread and enjoy a taste of luxury at home!

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Directions

1. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
2. Add the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic to the pot. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir well to coat. Cook for another 2 minutes.
4. Slowly pour in the chicken broth while continuously stirring to prevent lumps.
5. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 15 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
6. Meanwhile, chop half of the shrimp into small pieces and leave the other half whole.
7. In a separate pan, melt another tablespoon of butter over medium heat.
8. Add the chopped shrimp to the pan and cook until pink and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
9. Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, you can transfer the soup to a blender and puree in batches. Be careful when blending hot liquids.
10. Return the pureed soup to the pot and stir in the heavy cream, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
11. Add the cooked shrimp to the pot and let it simmer for another 5 minutes.
12. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
13. Serve the shrimp bisque in bowls, garnished with fresh parsley.
14. Enjoy your delicious homemade shrimp bisque!

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