Simple Easy Chesapeake Bay Rosy Crab Soup from the Farm

Dive into the comforting, coastal flavors of *Simple Easy Chesapeake Bay Rosy Crab Soup from the Farm*, a rustic and hearty soup perfect for seafood lovers. Brimming with sweet lump crab meat and a medley of fresh vegetables, this creamy yet slightly tangy soup is elevated with the iconic kick of Old Bay seasoning. A dash of heavy cream brings luscious richness, while diced russet potatoes and corn kernels add hearty textures. Ready in under an hour, this Chesapeake Bay-inspired recipe is a celebration of farm-fresh ingredients and timeless seafood traditions. Serve it hot with crusty bread or crackers, and bring a taste of the bay straight to your table. Perfect for weeknight dinners or as a cozy starter, this crab soup is sure to be a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Lump crab meat
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 stalks Celery, diced
• 1 large Carrot, peeled and diced
• 3 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 14-ounce can Crushed tomatoes
• 4 cups Chicken or seafood stock
• 1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning
• 1 Bay leaf
• 1 medium Russet potato, peeled and diced
• 1 cup Corn kernels, fresh or frozen
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, diced celery, and carrot. Sauté for about 5 minutes, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently to caramelize and deepen the flavor.

Step 4

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and chicken or seafood stock, stirring to combine.

Step 5

Add the Old Bay seasoning, bay leaf, diced potato, and corn kernels. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 20 minutes, or until the potato is tender.

Step 6

Stir in the crab meat and heavy cream, and continue to simmer for another 5 minutes to heat through.

Step 7

Season the soup with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf and ladle the soup into bowls.

Step 9

Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve hot with crusty bread or crackers.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2868.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2011.5

Total Fat 114.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 62.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 545.9mg	0%
Sodium 8579.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 133.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.8g	0%
Total Sugars 43.9g
Protein 103.9g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 618.4mg	0%
Iron 12.9mg	0%
Potassium 5388.1mg	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: 52.0%

Protein: 21.0%

Carbs: 27.0%