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Jerry's Seafood Cream Of Crab Soup Recipe

Bowl Of Cream Of Crab Soup

Nothing quite beats a bowl of warm Cream of Crab Soup on a chilly evening. It's a perfect comfort food that is rich, creamy, and loaded with the deliciousness of crab meat. One of the best versions of this classic soup is Jerry's Seafood Cream of Crab Soup Recipe. Here's how you can make this delicious soup at home.

Ingredients

Seafood Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 quart heavy cream
  • 1/2 pound fresh jumbo lump crab meat
  • 1/4 cup sherry wine
  • 1/2 cup celery, chopped
  • 1/2 cup onions, chopped
  • 1/2 cup carrots, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Soup Cooking
  1. In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat.
  2. Add celery, onions, and carrots and sauté for about 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
  3. Add the flour to the pot and stir until it is well-blended with the vegetables.
  4. Add the heavy cream, bay leaf, dry mustard, salt, and white pepper to the pot and whisk it all together.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 30 minutes.
  6. Remove the bay leaf from the pot and then add the sherry and crab meat to the soup.
  7. Let it simmer for another 5-10 minutes.
  8. Remove from heat and serve the soup hot with some crusty bread.

Tips

Soup Bowl

Here are some tips to help make your Cream of Crab Soup even more delicious:

  • Use fresh jumbo lump crab meat instead of canned crab meat for the best flavor and texture.
  • Don't overcook the crab meat because it can become tough and chewy.
  • You can use half-and-half or milk instead of heavy cream to make a lighter version of this soup.
  • Add some Old Bay seasoning to the soup to give it an extra kick of flavor.
  • Serve the soup with some saltine crackers and a side salad for a complete meal.

Conclusion

Seafood Platter

Jerry's Seafood Cream of Crab Soup Recipe is a delicious and comforting soup that is perfect for chilly evenings. It's creamy, rich, and loaded with the deliciousness of fresh jumbo lump crab meat. The recipe is simple to make and can be easily customized to suit your taste preferences. So, go ahead and try this recipe today and indulge in a bowl of warmth and comfort.

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