Annie's Lobster Bisque Recipe

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Oct 11, 2010

This was awesome! Not difficult to make and absolutely delicious. Honestly, I have never had better seafood bisque than this one. I made a few very slight changes, but I seriously doubt they made much difference. Instead of all lobster, I used one lobster tail, several very large scallops cut into fourths, and about 4 very large shrimp, chopped. I used 2 ½ cups fat free milk and 2 ½ cups half and half, and I used a nice drinking sherry, not cooking sherry. The seafood and milk changes were simply because that is what I had on hand. But, I never use cooking sherry, as it is so salty. As it turned out, I did have to add some salt to the bisque, but at least I was able to control it. So after all, the cooking sherry might work fine. I served the bisque with a simple green salad and crusty bread. My husband commented that it was wonderful, and wants me to make it for company soon!

—KerryElizabeth

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Feb 09, 2012

i had to tweak this recipe a lot but i still found that i didn't achieve the taste i was going for. i used lobster broth instead of chicken stock but still found it to be slightly bland and a little too milky. i'm still searching for the perfect lobster bisque after trying this one.

—aspiringepicurista

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Oct 07, 2010

Fate was against me as I made this recipe - my grocery had no lobster, I got crab legs instead and they were bad! So, I ended up with two cans of chunk crab meat - and it was still great! A lovely, heart-warming recipe...

—frostys_mom

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Oct 15, 2012

This soup is delicious. I had scallops I had to use - so I guess I would call my version "Scallops Bisgue". The scallops were very large so I cut them in quarters. I used 2% milk - and it was fine. I also added 4 cloves of minced garlic. I didn't pay attention to the comment about the cayenne pepper - "add to taste". I just put it all in and wow - yes, gives it a lot of kick - so be careful! It was actually very good though! I didn't have scallions - so I just did without, but I think the scallions would have made it that much better. SO I will be making again and again and next will try with Lobster. BUT any seafood would be delicious. Its such a great base for a seafood bisque. Thanks for such wonderful recipe! UPDATE: made this again and this time used scallops and canned crabmeat. Forgot about the kick of the cayenne pepper and added it all. Next time I think I will leave the pepper out as 2 family members wouldn't eat it because of the spice. I figure you can add cayenne to your own taste, but once its in there - its in there - so better off leaving out. This time I also tried with 4 Cups of Fat Free Milk and 1 Cup of half and half and didn't even notice that it was lower in fat!

—gobbledog

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Mar 07, 2011

I read all the recipes available here and this one sounded the best. Needless to say it did not disappoint!!! I actually was going to make it with just lobster shells (add to the simmering onions and let sit with the reduction until bright red) but tails were so cheap at 5.99 a piece I bought two and got more than enough for serious lobster flavor. First of all, I sauteed with butter instead of olive oil, I love butter and use it whenever I can. I used shallots instead of green onion and added minced garlic and white pepper in addition to the suggested spices. It turned out wonderfully and I served it to my family first; my father who doesn't care for lobster ate 3 bowls. I served the bisque in toasted sourdough rounds (breadbowls). I will absolutely make this again, next time with crab, I think!!!

—Jujubeezbaking

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Dec 23, 2010

this is a great recipe, I used shallots instead of the onions and added half and half instead of the milk. I had lobster and wanted to try a good recipe. This was very good.

—Lisa

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Jan 08, 2012

Wonderful Bisque! I have made this recipe several times. Followed directions exactly, came out perfect and have varied a little and came out perfect. Some of my variations: I used fish stock once instead of Chicken both, butter instead of olive oil and used shrimp and crab meat instead of lobster. I have a pot of this on my stove as I type :) Thank you so much for the wonderful recipe.

—Rachel

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Dec 28, 2010

This recipe is amazing! I did alter it a bit...added carrots and celery...and instead of all milk I used equal parts heavy cream and milk. I made this recipe for 20. We used 5 large broiled lobster tails instead of claws....asparagus and cheddar garlic drop biscuits to complete our Christmas Eve brunch.

—thekirkendalls0804

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Nutrition

Calories
281 kcal
14%

Carbohydrates
24.3 g
8%

Cholesterol
42 mg
14%

Fat
11.1 g
17%

Fiber
1.2 g
5%

Protein
15.7 g
31%

Sodium
553 mg
22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Annie's Lobster Bisque

Serving Size: 1/6 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 6
Amount Per Serving
** Calories: 281
** Calories from Fat: 100

% Daily Value *
** Total Fat 11.1g 17 %
** Saturated Fat 3.6g 18 %
** Cholesterol 42mg 14 %
** Sodium 553mg 22 %
** Potassium 691mg 19 %
** Total Carbohydrates 24.3g 8 %
** Dietary Fiber 1.2g 5 %
** Protein 15.7g 31 %
** Sugars 13g
** Vitamin A 14 %
** Vitamin C 10 %
** Calcium 35 %
** Iron 15 %
** Thiamin 16 %
** Niacin 37 %
** Vitamin B6 11 %
** Magnesium 17 %
** Folate 19 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
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