Kellymac's Corn and Crab Bisque

Dive into a bowl of indulgent comfort with Kellymac's Corn and Crab Bisque, a rich and creamy seafood soup perfect for cozy nights or special occasions. This recipe combines tender lump crab meat, sweet corn kernels, and a fragrant base of sautéed onions, celery, and garlic, all enveloped in a luscious blend of chicken or seafood stock and heavy cream. A touch of Old Bay seasoning adds just the right kick, while optional garnishes like paprika and green onions provide a vibrant finish. Ready in under an hour, this savory bisque is easy to prepare yet elegant enough to impress guests. Serve it warm with crusty bread or oyster crackers for a satisfying meal that highlights the best of coastal flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 2 celery stalks, finely diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 4 cups chicken or seafood stock
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 2 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels
• 1 pound lump crab meat
• 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika (optional, for garnish)
• 2 green onions, finely sliced (optional, for garnish)
• 0 to taste salt
• 0 to taste black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and celery to the pot and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5–7 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1–2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir constantly for 2 minutes to form a roux.

Step 5

Gradually pour in the chicken or seafood stock while whisking continuously to avoid lumps.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, corn, and Old Bay seasoning. Let simmer for another 5 minutes.

Step 8

Gently fold in the crab meat and allow it to heat through for 3–5 minutes. Be careful not to over-stir, as this can break the delicate crab meat.

Step 9

Taste the bisque and season with salt and black pepper as needed.

Step 10

Ladle the bisque into bowls and garnish with paprika and sliced green onions, if desired.

Step 11

Serve warm with crusty bread or oyster crackers on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2781.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3019.5

Total Fat 221.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 126.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 844.1mg	0%
Sodium 8104.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 130.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.0g	0%
Total Sugars 36.0g
Protein 105.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 546.1mg	0%
Iron 10.4mg	0%
Potassium 3817.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.9%

Protein: 14.3%

Carbs: 17.8%