Shrimp Corn Bisque (Printable Format)
Rich and creamy Cajun-style bisque loaded with shrimp, sweet corn, and bacon in a velvety broth. An impressive dish perfect for entertaining.
# What You'll Gather:
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1/2 pound bacon, chopped.
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1 medium yellow onion (1 cup diced).
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1/2 bell pepper (1/2 cup diced).
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2 celery stalks (1/2 cup diced).
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4 cloves garlic, minced.
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1/4 cup sherry cooking wine.
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8 tablespoons butter.
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour.
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4 cups shrimp stock.
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1 1/2 cups water.
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2-4 green onions (1/2 cup).
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1 bunch parsley (1/4 cup).
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1 1/2 pounds medium shrimp.
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4 ears corn (2-3 cups kernels).
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2 cups heavy cream.
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Chop vegetables. Season shrimp with Cajun spice. Remove corn from cobs.
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Crisp bacon in Dutch oven, leave 1 tablespoon grease.
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Cook onion, pepper, celery 5 minutes. Add garlic 1 minute.
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Add butter and flour. Cook 5 minutes until darkened.
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Whisk in stock and water. Add half herbs. Simmer 20 minutes.
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Add shrimp, corn, cream and remaining herbs. Cook 5 minutes until shrimp done.
# Important Tips:
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Can be partially made ahead - add seafood and cream just before serving.
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Homemade shrimp stock recommended for best flavor.
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Stores 2-3 days refrigerated, 3 months frozen.