**Ingredients:**
– 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 1/2 pound lump crab meat
– 2 tablespoons butter
– 1 small onion, finely chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
– 2 cups seafood or chicken broth
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional)
– 1/2 teaspoon paprika
– 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley for garnish
**Directions:**
1. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until soft and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
2. Stir in the flour to form a roux and cook for 1-2 minutes until golden.
3. Gradually whisk in the seafood broth and white wine (if using), stirring constantly until the mixture thickens.
4. Add the heavy cream, paprika, cayenne (if using), and season with salt and pepper. Let the bisque simmer on low heat for 10-15 minutes.
5. Add the shrimp and crab meat to the pot and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and fully cooked.
6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley. Enjoy this decadent, creamy seafood bisque!