Crab Bisque

Portion Size: 1 cup Yields: 8 servings

Ingredients Notes: 
¼ cup unsalted butter
1/4 cup flour
¼ cup celeryWashed, trimmed and finely chopped
½ cup onionsWashed, peeled and finely chopped
¼ cup carrotsWashed, peeled and shredded. 
4 cups low sodium Chicken broth
4 cups low fat milk or half and half
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup cooked crab meat, shredded
1teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons fresh chives or parsley(optional)

Directions:

Steps:Directions: Critical Control Point /Quality Assurance
1Heat butter in large stock pot over medium high heat
2Sauté onion, carrots and celery in butter until tender.
3Stir in flour until bubbly. Mix in broth; bring to a boil.
4Reduce heat; stir in salt, pepper, paprika and milk.
5Fold in crab. Heat through. Sprinkle with chives or parsley; serve.Cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
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Jacqueline Larson M.S., R.D.N. and Associates