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Rich Cream of Crab Soup: Restaurant Quality Comfort

A spoonful of creamy crab soup, loaded with white crab meat and garnished with parsley.
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Make this rich, creamy, and decadent Cream of Crab Soup at home. This easy recipe delivers the comforting, restaurant-quality flavor you crave, perfect for cozy nights or special dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped yellow onion
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped celery
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup half-and-half
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 cup dry sherry (optional, for flavor depth)
  • 1 pound lump crab meat, picked over for shells
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Melt the butter in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add the onion and celery. Cook until softened, about 5 to 7 minutes. Do not brown the vegetables.
  3. Whisk in the flour to create a roux. Cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute.
  4. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth until the mixture is smooth. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring until it thickens slightly.
  5. Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the half-and-half, heavy cream, Old Bay seasoning, dry mustard powder, and nutmeg. Heat gently until the soup is hot, but do not allow it to boil.
  6. If using, stir in the dry sherry.
  7. Gently fold in the lump crab meat. Heat through for about 2 minutes. Avoid overcooking once the crab is added.
  8. Taste the soup and season with salt and pepper as needed.
  9. Ladle the Cream of Crab Soup into bowls. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • For the best texture, gently pick through the crab meat to remove any remaining shell fragments before adding it to the soup base.
  • If you want a thicker soup, allow the roux to cook for an extra minute or two before adding the liquid, or simmer the finished soup slightly longer.
  • This soup is a fantastic starter for a holiday meal or a satisfying main course for a cozy dinner.

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