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Corn & Crab Bisque

This corn & crab bisque is a comforting & flavorful recipe that can be served year-round. Cajun seasoning and ingredients are paired together with lump crab & corn in this easy bisque. 
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Author Shannon Epstein

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces claw crab meat
  • 1 1/2 cups frozen or canned corn
  • 1 cup onion, diced
  • 1/4 cup green onion, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 celery stalk, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 1 tablespoons oil
  • 1 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt & Pepper

Instructions

  • Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Gradually whisk in the flour. Cook 5-7 minutes, whisking continuously until dark, golden roux forms.
  • Add the oil, onion, garlic, and celery. Cook a few minutes, until the vegetables are soft.
  • Stir in the corn, Cajun seasoning, broth, and bay leaf. Bring to a simmer.
  • Stir in the milk and heavy cream. Bring to a simmer then reduce the heat to low. Simmer approximately 5 minutes, whisking until thickens.
  • Add the crab meat, Worcestershire sauce, and green onions. Simmer 5-7 minutes. Remove bay leaf before serving. Season with salt & pepper to taste.