A creamy, comforting crab soup made with tender lump crabmeat, garlic, herbs, and Old Bay seasoning. The perfect easy seafood dinner for cozy nights in.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients
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8 oz–1 lb lump crabmeat
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3 tbsp butter
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1 small onion, finely diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1–2 stalks celery, diced
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2 tbsp all-purpose flour
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2 cups whole milk
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1 cup heavy cream
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1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
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½ tsp dried thyme
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Optional: 1 tbsp sherry, ½ cup corn, ½ cup diced potatoes
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Fresh parsley or chives for garnish
Instructions
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Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and celery; sauté 5 minutes.
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Stir in garlic; cook 30 seconds. Add flour and stir constantly for 1–2 minutes.
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Slowly whisk in milk and cream. Stir until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.
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Add Old Bay, thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer gently.
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Fold in crab meat and optional add-ins. Simmer 5–10 minutes.
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Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot with parsley or crackers.