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Creamy Shrimp Bisque Recipe

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Ingredients:  
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1 1/2 pounds fresh raw shrimp with shells
6 Tablespoons butter
2 Tablespoons chopped onion
3 cups warm milk
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 dash cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
2 Tablespoons fresh parsley or chives
Directions:
Directions:
Melt butter in a stock pot, but do not brown. Shell and de-vein shrimp. Saute shells for 2 minutes, then discard shells. Saute shrimp and onions in butter, until shrimp is firm and white, about 3 minutes. Place all ingredients in a blender, then return to stock pot. Add milk and cream. Heat thoroughly, but do not boil. Add salt, cayenne, and nutmeg. Serve at once. Top with parsley or chives.

 

 

 

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