Creamy Crab And Shrimp Seafood Bisque

 Ingredients:
½ lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
½ lb lump crab meat
4 tablespoons butter
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup all-purpose flour
3 cups seafood or chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
½ teaspoon paprika
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)

 Directions:
 In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened and fragrant.
 Stir in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 1-2 minutes to create a roux.
 Gradually pour in the broth, stirring continuously until the mixture thickens. Add the heavy cream, Old Bay seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
 Stir in the shrimp and crab meat. Let the bisque cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through.
 Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve warm with crusty bread.

 Preparation time: 10 minutes
 Cooking time: 20 minutes
 Total time: 30 minutes
 Calories: ~350 kcal per serving
 Servings: 4