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Bubba’s Crab Stew: Creamy Comfort for Cozy Nights

Bubba’s Crab Stew: Creamy Comfort for Your Cozy Evenings

Bubba’s Crab Stew: Creamy Comfort for Cozy Nights is a heartwarming dish that's rich in flavor and perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 bulb Fennel Adds a subtle anise flavor; substitute with leeks for a milder taste.
  • 2 stalks Celery Provides crunch and flavor.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Enhances sweetness and depth.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Can be swapped with olive oil.
For Thickeners
  • 1/4 cup Self-Rising Flour Regular flour can work with a bit of baking powder.
  • 4 cups Crab Base Can be substituted with seafood bouillon.
For the Creamy Touch
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Half-and-half can be used for a lighter option.
  • 1/2 cup Cooking Sherry White wine makes a good alternative.
  • 1 cup Half and Half Milk can substitute if needed.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Non-dairy milk suits vegan versions.
For the Star of the Dish
  • 1 pound Crab Meat Fresh is ideal, but canned or frozen also works.
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Essential for seasoning.
For Serving
  • 1 loaf Crusty Bread Perfect for dipping.

Equipment

  • heavy saucepan
  • food processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Finely chop the fennel, celery, and yellow onion. Set aside.
  2. Melt butter in a heavy saucepan and sauté the chopped vegetables over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the self-rising flour and cook for an additional 8-10 minutes until bubbly and lightly golden.
  4. Gradually pour in crab base, heavy cream, cooking sherry, half-and-half, and whole milk. Stir until smooth.
  5. Reduce heat and let the stew simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Remove from heat and fold in the crab meat. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Ladle the stew into bowls and serve with crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 20gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, freeze the stew without crab meat and add crab when reheating. Adjust thickness with milk if needed.

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