🍲 Orleans Shrimp and Corn Bisque 🍤

Savor the essence of New Orleans with every spoonful! Perfect for cozy nights or a festive family gathering.

🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️
- 1 lb of peeled and deveined shrimp
- 4 cups of chicken broth
- 1 cup of chopped onions
- 1/2 cup of chopped celery
- 1/4 cup of butter
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 2 cups of frozen corn
- 1 teaspoon of Cajun seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish

🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳
1. Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions, celery, and garlic, cooking until they are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
2. Stir in the flour to create a roux, cooking it for about 2 minutes until it's golden and bubbly.
3. Gradually pour in the chicken broth, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Bring the mixture to a boil.
4. Add the corn and Cajun seasoning, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
5. Blend about half of the soup using an immersion blender in the pot until your desired consistency is reached.
6. Add the shrimp and cook until they are pink and firm, about 5 minutes.
7. Stir in the heavy cream, and season with salt and pepper. Heat through.
8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎
- Calories: 310
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Proteins: 18g
- Fats: 17g

💡 Tips and Tricks 💡
- For a lighter version, substitute the heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk.
- If you like it spicy, add extra Cajun seasoning or a dash of cayenne pepper.
- This bisque freezes well. Just omit the cream when freezing and add it when reheating.

⏳ Preparation time 🍰
Preparation time: 15 minutes | Cooking time: 35 minutes | Serving: 6

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