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Shrimp Bisque Recipe

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Creamy and delicious, this lighter version of the classic bisque is high in protein and low in fat.

Shrimp Bisque Recipe (+)

Directions

In a saucepan, heat olive oil.
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.

Container: saucepan, blender

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Servings: 6

Enter desired servings:

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

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