Shrimp Bisque Recipe | Epicurious

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, divided
• 1 1/2 pound medium shrimp (about 45), peeled, deveined, shells reserved
• 2 bay leaves, divided
• 2 carrots, peeled, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1/2 cup brandy
• 1/4 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 3 sprigs fresh flat-leaf parsley
• 3 sprigs fresh thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon (or more) cayenne pepper
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
• 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh chives