Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
3 tbsp

butter

melted

1 cup

onion

chopped

0.5 cup

green bell pepper

chopped

0.5 cup

celery

chopped

0.25 cup

red bell pepper

chopped

1 tbsp

garlic

minced

2 cup

chicken broth

0.5 cup

white wine

dry

0.75 tsp

dried thyme leaves

0.25 cup

vegetable oil

0.25 cup

flour

3.5 cup

heavy whipping cream

1 tsp

salt

0.5 tsp

white pepper

0.13 tsp

cayenne pepper

ground

1 tsp

hot sauce

1 cup

corn

cooked

1 lb

lump crabmeat

1 tbsp

flat leaf parsley

chopped

1 tbsp

green onion

chopped

Step 1
~3 min

Melt butter in a large heavy saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2
~3 min

Add onion, celery, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and garlic to the saucepan.

Step 3
~3 min

Cook the vegetables for 5 minutes, until softened.

Step 4
~3 min

In a small saucepan, combine vegetable oil and flour.

Step 5
~3 min

Cook the oil and flour mixture over medium heat for approximately 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until a blond roux forms (do not brown).

Step 6
~3 min

Remove the roux from the heat.

Step 7
~3 min

Add chicken broth, white wine, and dried thyme leaves to the vegetable mixture in the large saucepan.

Step 8
~3 min

Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 9
~3 min

Quickly whisk in the blond roux (reserved oil and flour mixture) to the vegetable mixture to thicken it.

Step 10
~3 min

Whisk in heavy cream, reduce heat to low, and simmer until the cream is blended and the bisque is beginning to thicken.

Step 11
~3 min

Add salt, white pepper, cayenne pepper, hot sauce, and corn to the bisque.

Step 12
~3 min

Simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 13
~3 min

Gently add lump crabmeat, flat leaf parsley, and green onions, being very careful not to break up the crabmeat.

Step 14
~3 min

Simmer over low heat until heated through, about 5 minutes.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust cayenne pepper to taste for desired spiciness.

Do not overcook crabmeat to prevent it from becoming rubbery.

Gently stir in crabmeat to maintain its shape.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 2 days.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with crusty bread or crackers.

Pair with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled cheese sandwich
Cesar salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Louisiana, USA

Cultural Significance

Part of Louisiana Creole cuisine, showcasing local seafood and spices.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Mardi Gras
Christmas Eve

Occasion Tags

Dinner party
Holiday meal
Special occasion

Popularity Score

75/100