Florida Sweet Pepper, Shrimp and Corn Bisque

servings 6

calories 448

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Ingredients

1 pound medium or small Florida shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped into bite-sized chunks

4 ears Florida sweet corn, kernels cut off the cob (about 2 cups)

1 cup Florida sweet peppers, diced small

1 cup Florida celery, diced small

1 cup onion, diced small

1 teaspoon seafood seasoning blend (your favorite)

3 tablespoons unsalted butter

1 teaspoon Cajun or blackening seasoning

3/4 cup all-purpose flour

1 tablespoon fresh garlic, minced

4 cups half-and-half

4 cups shrimp or seafood broth

1 teaspoon tomato paste

Chives or fresh herbs for garnish

Sea salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste

Preparation

Preheat a large soup pot over medium-high heat. Add butter to the pot. Carefully add onion, peppers, celery and corn. Cook the vegetables for 4 minutes until some color and caramelization begin. Add fresh garlic and stir. Slowly add flour and whisk until incorporated. Add seafood broth and half-and-half. Turn heat down to medium and continue to stir. Add tomato paste and seasoning blends, then mix well. Bring to a gentle simmer to continue to thicken. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Add the shrimp and continue to simmer for about 4 more minutes. Serve hot with a garnish of chopped chives or fresh herbs.

Fresh tip: for a dairy-free version eliminate the half-and-half and add more stock

Nutrition

Calories Per Serving448
Fat25g
Cholesterol167mg
Sodium1096mg
Carbohydrates34g
Fiber3g
Protein23g

Florida Sweet Pepper, Shrimp and Corn Bisque

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