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Easy Crab Soup Recipe for a Cozy Night

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This easy crab soup is creamy, flavorful, and perfect for cozy nights in. Made with lump crab meat, cream, and aromatic vegetables, it’s ready in under 45 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter

  • 1 small onion, chopped

  • 1 celery stalk, diced

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour

  • 3 cups seafood or chicken broth

  • 1½ cups heavy cream or half-and-half

  • 12 tsp Old Bay seasoning

  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

  • 812 oz lump crab meat

  • Salt & black pepper to taste

  • Optional: bay leaf, lemon juice, fresh parsley

Instructions

  • Melt butter in a large pot. Add onion, celery, and garlic. Sauté until soft.

  • Stir in flour and cook 2–3 minutes to form a roux.

  • Gradually whisk in broth. Bring to a simmer.

  • Stir in cream, Old Bay, Worcestershire, and optional bay leaf. Simmer 10–15 minutes.

  • Gently add crab meat. Heat through for 3–5 minutes.

  • Remove bay leaf. Adjust seasoning. Garnish and serve hot.

Notes

  • Don’t boil after adding cream.

  • Add corn or potatoes for a heartier version.

  • Serve with bread or crackers.