How to Make Karyn's Cream of Crab Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like a warm bowl of creamy, flavorful soup to comfort you on a cold, wintry day. And if you're a fan of seafood, then you're in for a treat with Karyn's Cream of Crab Soup. This delightful dish is a Maryland favorite, known for its rich and velvety texture, and its decadent combination of fresh crab meat, savory spices, and smooth, creamy base. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply looking for a comforting meal to enjoy at home, this recipe is sure to please ev...

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Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 (1.25 ounce) envelope hollandaise sauce mix
  • 4 cups half-and-half, divided
  • ¼ cup butter
  • 1 cup whipping cream
  • 3 tablespoons seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®)
  • ½ teaspoon dry mustard
  • ¼ teaspoon celery seed
  • 1 pound fresh crabmeat
  • 1 tablespoon cooking sherry

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Blend flour and hollandaise sauce mix with 2 cups half-and-half in a medium bowl.
  • Melt butter in a medium, heavy saucepan over medium heat. Slowly add hollandaise mixture, stirring constantly until thickened. Add remaining half-and-half, whipping cream, seafood seasoning, dry mustard, and celery seed. Bring to a simmer and reduce heat to low.
  • Add crabmeat and sherry, stirring gently until warmed through. Serve immediately.
  • Nutrition

    543 cal.

    • Total Fat: 45g
    • Saturated Fat: 28g
    • Cholesterol: 188mg
    • Sodium: 1447mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 15g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 20g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 255mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 535mg