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## **👨🍳 Instructions:**
### **1️⃣ Sauté the Aromatics**
– In a **large pot**, melt **butter** over medium heat. 🧈
– Add **onions, carrots, and garlic**—sauté until softened, about **3-4 minutes**. 🧅🥕
– Stir in **tomato paste**, **Old Bay seasoning**, **paprika**, and **cayenne** (if using).
### **2️⃣ Make It Creamy**
– Sprinkle in **flour** and cook for **1 minute**, stirring constantly. This helps thicken the bisque! 🌾
– Slowly whisk in **white wine** (if using), allowing it to reduce slightly. 🍷
– Pour in **seafood stock** and let simmer for **10 minutes**. 🍲
### **3️⃣ Blend for Smoothness**
– Use an **immersion blender** to puree the soup until silky smooth. (Or blend in batches using a regular blender.) 🤩
### **4️⃣ Add the Seafood**
– Stir in **heavy cream** and bring the bisque to a gentle simmer. 🥛
– Add the **shrimp, crab, and lobster**, cooking for **3-5 minutes** until the shrimp turns pink. 🍤🦞
– Taste and adjust seasoning with **salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lemon**. 🍋
### **5️⃣ Serve & Enjoy!**
– Ladle into bowls, garnish with **fresh parsley**, and serve with **crusty bread**. 🥖🌿
– Enjoy this **luxurious, creamy seafood bisque** with a glass of **white wine** or a cozy blanket! 🍷❄️
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## **💡 Pro Tips:**
🔥 **For Extra Flavor** – Use homemade seafood stock or add a splash of sherry! 🍷
🥔 **Thicker Bisque?** – Stir in a few spoonfuls of **mashed potatoes**! 🥔
🌱 **Lighter Version?** – Swap **half-and-half** for the heavy cream.
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## **🎉 Final Thoughts:**
This **Seafood Bisque** is the ultimate **comfort food** for seafood lovers! 🦞🍤 It’s **rich, creamy, and packed with flavor**, making it **perfect for holidays, date nights, or just because!**
❤️ **Give this recipe a try and let me know how much you love it!** 🍽️👇
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