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Ultimate Creamy Old Bay Crab Soup Recipe

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Make this rich, velvety crab soup that tastes like restaurant-style comfort food. This easy recipe uses Old Bay seasoning for authentic flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup half-and-half or whole milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning, plus more for garnish
  • 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup dry sherry (optional, for depth of flavor)
  • 8 ounces lump crab meat, picked over for shells
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Melt the butter in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and celery. Cook until softened, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  2. Whisk in the flour to the vegetables and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to create a roux.
  3. Slowly whisk in the chicken broth until the mixture is smooth. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring until it thickens slightly.
  4. Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the half-and-half, heavy cream, Old Bay seasoning, dry mustard powder, and black pepper. Heat gently, but do not let the soup boil after adding the dairy.
  5. If using, stir in the dry sherry. Taste the soup and add salt as needed.
  6. Gently fold in the lump crab meat. Heat through for about 2 minutes, being careful not to break up the crab meat too much.
  7. Ladle the rich, velvety soup into bowls. Garnish each serving with an extra sprinkle of Old Bay seasoning before you serve your comforting crab chowder.

Notes

  • For an even richer flavor, substitute half of the chicken broth with seafood stock.
  • If you prefer a thicker soup, allow the mixture to simmer uncovered for a few extra minutes before adding the cream.
  • You can substitute fresh or frozen corn kernels for a Crab and Corn Chowder variation.

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