CRAB BISQUE THIRTY SEVENTH
From Elizabeth on 37th , one of Savannah's most popular restaurants. 6 tbsp. butter
1 c. green onion, minced
1/2 c. celery, minced
1 tbsp. carrots, minced
6 tbsp. flour
2 1/2 c. milk
2 1/2 c. chicken broth
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
1/4 tsp. white pepper
1 c. cream
1/4 c. good sherry
1 lb. claw crab meat, picked over
Melt butter over low heat in saucepan. Add minced onion, celery and carrot and cover, sweat until tender, about 5 minutes. Whisk in flour and cook 2 minutes. Whisk in milk and broth. Bring to a boil, whisking occasionally. Add seasonings, cream, sherry and crab. Serve immediately. Serves 12. (This is easy and delicious.)