Creole Shrimp And Lobster Bisque

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I watched paula make this on tv today- boy does it look good. If lobster is not affordable, you might substitute with canned crab, extra shrimp or as a last resort imitation crab meat.

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Steps

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Remove lobster meat from shell.

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Coarsely chop and set aside.

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In a large saucepan , melt butter over medium heat.

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Add onion , celery , and garlic.

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Cook for 5 minutes , stirring occasionally.

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Stir in flour , and cook for 2 minutes.

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Stir in chicken broth.

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Cook for 10 minutes , stirring occasionally , until thickened.

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Add lobster meat and shrimp.

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Stir in half-and-half and creole seasoning.

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Cook for 10 minutes , or until heated through , stirring occasionally.

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Meanwhile cut out the center portion of a round loaf of bread.

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Brush with olive oil and place on a sturdy cookie sheet.

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Bake at 350f for about 15 minutes to seal bowl.

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Ladle soup into bread bowl and sprinkle on parmesan and parsley if desired.

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Serve immediately.

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Ingredients

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lobster tails, butter, white onion, celery, garlic cloves, all-purpose flour, chicken broth, medium shrimp, half-and-half, creole seasoning, sourdough bread, olive oil, fresh parsley, parmesan cheese