The Most Flavorful Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque Recipe

Ingredients

• 1/2 pound cooked crab meat, picked over for shells
• 1/2 pound cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 4 cups seafood or chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
• 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
• 1/4 cup finely chopped carrot
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
• Salt
• black pepper
• 2 tablespoons sherry (optional)
• Fresh herbs (such as parsley or chives) for garnish