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Cajun Crab Soup
SUBMITTED BY:
DOREENB
PHOTO BY:
cookin'mama
"This rich, delicious soup is modeled after a great soup that we had in a restaurant in Bethany Beach, Delaware!"
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PREP TIME
15 Min
COOK TIME
30 Min
READY IN
45 Min
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1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups clam juice
2 cups chicken broth
1 (10 ounce) package frozen white corn
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
2 cups heavy cream
1 pound lump crabmeat, drained
4 green onions, chopped
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DIRECTIONS
Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Saute onion and garlic until onion is tender. Whisk in flour, and cook 2 minutes. Stir in clam juice and chicken broth, and bring to a boil. Mix in corn, and season with salt, white pepper, thyme, and cayenne. Reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes.
Stir in cream, crab meat, and green onions. Heat through, but do not boil once the cream has been added.
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Reviewed on Jan. 3, 2003 by KIMAR
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Jan. 3, 2003
Delicious! Because I prefer items to just be mildly spiced, I only used 1/8 tsp. of cayenne, which was just mildly tangy and much to my liking compared to a spicier soup. I also reduced the salt by half. Very easy to make. I had several bowls at one sitting because it was so delicious!
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Delicious! Because I prefer items to just be mildly spiced, I only used 1/8 tsp. of cayenne,...
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Reviewed on Nov. 15, 2005 by
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Nov. 15, 2005
This is one for the Hall of Fame! I can't imagine doing anything to make it better. Obviously, those that prefer more of a kick should add more cayenne pepper after tasting. For me, the kick was perfect; just enough to to let one know that it's "there," but not so strong as to be overwhelming. For those that might not be familiar with this style soup, it is similar to clam chowder--but with nuance of it's own. Five stars if ever there was a five-star soup!
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This is one for the Hall of Fame! I can't imagine doing anything to make it better. ...
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Reviewed on Mar. 18, 2003 by OSROCKY
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OSROCKY
Mar. 18, 2003
This recipe made me a big star! I followed the recipe to the letter and was very happy with the results. It is a very rich, gourmet tasting soup. I served it with bread and salad. I used 2 different kinds of lump crab meat - a cheaper brand and a more expensive brand. My advice? Definitely spring for the more expensive crab because it's firmer and fresher...you CAN taste the difference.
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This recipe made me a big star! I followed the recipe to the letter and was very happy with...
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Reviewed on Oct. 1, 2007 by
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thistle53597
Oct. 1, 2007
Very, very good and easy! I made a few adjustments. Instead of clam juice, I used Better than Bouillon clam base and water(hard to find, but fabulous). Then I skipped the salt. I whisked in a brick of low-fat cream cheese (softened, in pieces) just after the first boil. I skipped the cream and added milk instead. I added the cayenne bit by bit, and tasted after each addition. My husband ate two big bowls. I had one, he's taking a bowl to work today and tomorrow--that's all we have left! Fabulous! I'll make this again for sure!
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Very, very good and easy! I made a few adjustments. Instead of clam juice, I used Better than...
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Reviewed on Jan. 30, 2006 by
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Cookaholic
Jan. 30, 2006
This soup was very good, with just the right amount of spice. My only complaint is that it was a little TOO rich and I think next time I'll substitute some of the cream for half and half or just milk. Still, I enjoyed it quite a bit.
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6 users found this review helpful
This soup was very good, with just the right amount of spice. My only complaint is that it...
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Reviewed on Jan. 3, 2006 by SarahB
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SarahB
Jan. 3, 2006
I made this for our Progressive Dinner Party and it was delicious! I was a little nervous because our friends are such great cooks. Everyone wanted the recipe. I took the advise and made the base before hand, then added the cream and crabmeat right before serving.
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I made this for our Progressive Dinner Party and it was delicious! I was a little nervous...
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Reviewed on Feb. 9, 2004 by R. B. Miller
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R. B. Miller
Feb. 9, 2004
Served this last night for a dinner party and everybody thought I'd slaved all day...definitely the hit of the party. I made it exactly as instructed and everything turned out great! Definitely a keeper for my recipe box. As I was making this for the party and had lots of other food prep work to do, I took this recipe through step 1 several hours ahead of time, transfering the simmered mixture to a slow cooker on low to keep it hot. Added the crab meat, onions and cream just before the guests arrived. Couldn't be happier. Thanks!
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Served this last night for a dinner party and everybody thought I'd slaved all...
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Reviewed on Jun. 30, 2006 by
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Mumsy'sCouchPotato
Jun. 30, 2006
This is my absolute favorite soup of all time! Delicious. I took it to a potluck and the hostess made sure to keep the extra. Ten stars!!!
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This is my absolute favorite soup of all time! Delicious. I took it to a potluck and the...
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Reviewed on Nov. 20, 2005 by RISINGMARKET04
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RISINGMARKET04
Nov. 20, 2005
Simply outstanding! I used fat free 1/2 and 1/2 and shredded imitation crab in the food processor. This will definately be in our regular rotation in addition to a special occasion treat for company.
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Simply outstanding! I used fat free 1/2 and 1/2 and shredded imitation crab in the food...
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Reviewed on Oct. 26, 2005 by
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DTSCEP
Oct. 26, 2005
This was ridiculously easy to make and very good. Served with whole wheat bread to make a great cold-night meal.
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This was ridiculously easy to make and very good. Served with whole wheat bread to make a...
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