Shrimp Bisque Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Servings: 6 Ingredients - 1 tablespoon olive oil - 1 red pepper, chopped - 1/2 cup yellow onion - 1/2 pound cooked or raw shrimp - 2 cups fat free half and half - 1 can tomato sauce (15 oz) or 1 cup fresh, chopped tomato - 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce - adjust to taste - salt and fresh pepper to taste - 1/2 teaspoon old bay seasoning - optional - 1 tablespoon butter - grated parmesan cheese for garnish    Creamy and delicious, this lighter version of the classic bisque is high in protein and low in fat.   Directions In a saucepan, heat olive oil.	1

	Add red pepper and onions. Sauté on low heat until soft, approximately 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add shrimp, half and half, tomato sauce (or diced tomatoes), hot sauce, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes. Add butter. Place 1/2 of the hot mixture into the blender and process at high speed for 10-15 seconds. Be sure to let the steam escape through the top. Transfer bisque to a soup bowl. Repeat with the remaining mixture. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese. Optional garnishes: green onion, red pepper and additional shrimp.	2