This recipe by Smith's Chef Jeff will make it seem like you're eating in a fancy restaurant, but it's actually really simple to make at home.
Shrimp and Crab Bisque
Ingredients
4 tbsp. butter
2 green onions, chopped
2 ribs celery, chopped
4 tbsp. all-purpose flour
3 c. milk
1 tsp. Old Bay seasoning
Kosher salt and pepper to taste
1 tbsp. tomato paste
1 c. heavy cream
½ lb. cooked shrimp
½ lb. crab meat
2 tbsp. sherry wine (optional)
3 tbsp. chopped parsley
Directions
1. Melt the butter in a dutch oven or heavy pot over med-low heat. Add the green onion and celery and cook 5 minutes or until tender. Add the sherry and cook a couple more minutes.
2. Stir in the flour and cook another 2 minutes. Slowly add the milk whisking constantly. Bring to a simmer and cook 7-8 minutes. Stir in the Old Bay seasoning, tomato paste, heavy cream and a little salt and pepper. Return to a simmer and cook another 3-5 minutes.
3. Stir in the crab and shrimp and cook 2 minutes or until the seafood is warmed through. Serve warm garnished with the chopped parsley. Enjoy!
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