National Seafood Bisque Day

Seafood bisque is a thick, creamy soup made with a flavorful broth and various types of seafood, typically shellfish such as shrimp, lobster, crab, or crawfish. Other ingredients commonly used in seafood bisque include onions, celery, carrots, garlic, and tomato paste, as well as heavy cream, butter, and flour to give the soup its characteristic richness and thickness. The seafood is typically cooked in the broth, which is made by simmering seafood shells or fish bones, along with aromatics and herbs, in water or fish stock to extract as much flavor as possible. The resulting broth is then strained and used as the base for the bisque. Seafood bisque is often served as a starter or main course in French cuisine and is typically garnished with fresh herbs such as parsley or chives. It is a rich and indulgent dish that is perfect for special occasions or as a comforting treat on a cold day.