Jul 17 2026

She-crab Soup Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

a Maryland-style, blue crab bisque

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Ingredients

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Soup Ingredients

Method

Soup Preparation

  1. 1

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, celery, and grated carrot. Sauté until the vegetables are soft, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add Garlic and Flour

    Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute. Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir to combine, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add Broth and Seasonings

    Gradually add the chicken broth, stirring constantly. Bring to a simmer and add the Old Bay seasoning, salt, and black pepper to taste.

  4. 4

    Incorporate Crab and Cream

    Stir in the blue crab meat and heavy cream. Simmer gently for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

  5. 5

    Finish with Sherry

    Remove from heat and stir in the sherry wine. Adjust seasoning if needed.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

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