Dorsey's Cream of Crab Soup

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup carrots, finely chopped
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 (7-ounce) can crabmeat, drained and flaked
• 1/4 cup dry white wine

Directions

1. In a large soup pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add the flour and stir until smooth. Stir in the onion, celery, and carrots. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes.
2. Stir in the chicken broth, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the soup to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
3. Stir in the cream and crabmeat and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in the white wine and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
4. Serve hot.

Interesting Facts

• This soup is traditionally served in Maryland, where it is known as “Maryland Cream of Crab Soup.”
• The soup can be made with any type of seafood, such as shrimp, lobster, and scallops.
• It is a popular dish for special occasions, such as weddings and anniversaries.
• The soup can be served hot or cold.