Maryland Crab Soup

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 2 potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 cup corn kernels
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups cooked Maryland blue crab meat

Directions

1. Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and celery and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the potatoes and corn and cook for another 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add the Old Bay seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaf, salt, pepper, and thyme. Simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Stir in the heavy cream and cook for 5 minutes.
6. Add the crab meat and cook for 5 minutes.
7. Remove the bay leaf and serve.

Interesting Facts

• Maryland Blue Crabs are harvested from the Chesapeake Bay.
• Maryland Crab Soup is a popular dish served in restaurants throughout the state.
• The Old Bay seasoning is a blend of herbs and spices that is traditionally used in Maryland cooking.
• The Worcestershire sauce adds a unique flavor to the soup.