a rich and comforting Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque recipe — creamy, flavorful, and elegant enough for guests yet simple enough for a cozy dinner. 
Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque
Ingredients
For the seafood:
½ lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
½ lb lump crab meat (fresh or canned, drained)
1 tbsp butter
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 tsp Old Bay seasoning (optional)
For the bisque base:
3 tbsp butter
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 celery stalk, finely chopped
1 small carrot, finely grated or minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 tbsp all-purpose flour
3 cups seafood stock (or chicken broth)
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup whole milk
½ cup dry white wine (optional, can use more broth instead)
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp paprika
¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for a little kick)
Salt and pepper, to taste
For garnish (optional):
