Description
This decadent dish combines a creamy seafood soup with a toasted bread bowl for the ultimate comfort food experience. Perfect for chilly evenings or when you’re craving something special!
Ingredients
For the Seafood Soup:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 celery stalk, chopped
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups seafood stock (or chicken stock)
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 pound lump crab meat
- 1/2 pound white fish fillet (e.g., cod, halibut), diced
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Optional: a squeeze of fresh lemon juice
For the Bread Bowl:
- 4 large round bread rolls (e.g., sourdough or ciabatta)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Bread Bowls:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cut the tops off the bread rolls and hollow out the insides to create bowls. Reserve the tops and the bread pieces for another use (e.g., croutons).
Brush the inside and edges of the bread bowls with olive oil or melted butter.
Bake the bread bowls for 8-10 minutes, or until lightly toasted and crisp. Set aside.
2️⃣ Cook the Seafood Soup:
In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, red bell pepper, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until softened.
Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
Gradually whisk in the seafood stock and bring to a simmer. Cook for 5 minutes, allowing the soup to thicken slightly.
Add the heavy cream, Old Bay seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Gently stir in the shrimp, crab meat, and white fish. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the seafood is cooked through and tender. Be careful not to overcook.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Stir in fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice, if desired.
3️⃣ Assemble the Bread Bowls:
Ladle the hot seafood soup into the toasted bread bowls.
Garnish with additional parsley or a sprinkle of Old Bay seasoning.
4️⃣ Serve and Enjoy:
Serve immediately, with the tops of the bread rolls on the side for dipping.
Notes
This recipe is versatile! Feel free to customize the seafood mix to your taste or availability. Pair with a glass of warm cider for an unforgettable dining experience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes