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Let me share my favorite comfort soup - this creamy Shrimp and Corn dream! It's like a cozy bisque loaded with tender shrimp and sweet corn. Every time I make it my kitchen fills with the most amazing aroma.
Why You'll Fall In Love
This soup just hits different - that perfect balance of sweet corn and savory shrimp in the richest broth. I love how everything cooks in one pot keeps cleanup easy. Plus it's so filling and comforting just what you need on a chilly day.
What You'll Need
- Shrimp: One pound peeled and deveined fresh is best.
- Corn: Mix of cream style and whole kernels gives perfect texture.
- Milk & Cream: Makes everything rich and silky.
- Butter: Three tablespoons for sautéing.
- Flour: Two tablespoons thickens it up nice.
- Garlic: Two cloves minced fresh is best.
- Onion: One medium builds our flavor base.
- Old Bay: One teaspoon gives that perfect seasoning.
- Salt & Pepper: Season to taste.
- Hot Sauce: Optional but so good.
Let's Make It Together
- Start The Base
- Melt that butter get your onions and garlic going until your kitchen smells amazing.
- Make It Creamy
- Sprinkle in flour stir it around cook off that raw taste. Pour in milk nice and slow keep whisking makes it smooth.
- Add Our Stars
- In goes both kinds of corn and Old Bay let it bubble gently for about 5 minutes.
- Shrimp Time
- Add those beautiful shrimp cook just until pink and perfect.
- Finish With Love
- Off the heat stir in that cream adjust your seasonings maybe add a splash of hot sauce.
My Best Tips
Let those dairy ingredients come close to room temp prevents curdling. Love heat? Extra Old Bay or hot sauce does the trick. Want it thicker? Let it simmer a bit longer.
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Make It Your Own
Try adding diced potatoes peppers celery for extra texture. Switch up the seafood use crab or scallops. Crispy bacon on top? Heaven.
Keep It Fresh
Good in the fridge about 4 days. Warm it up slow and gentle on the stove. Skip freezing this one cream soups get funny when frozen.
Perfect Partners
Need crusty bread or buttery crackers for dunking. Light salad or roasted veggies on the side makes it a meal.
Pure Comfort
This soup was made for chilly days. That creamy broth those warm spices just makes everything better. Perfect for family dinner or when friends drop by.
Secret Ingredient
Using two kinds of corn is my secret weapon. That creamy corn makes everything silky while the whole kernels give you sweet pops of flavor in every spoonful.
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Spice It Up
Old Bay is my go-to but sometimes I add smoked paprika gives it a beautiful color and warmth. Pinch of thyme or oregano takes it in a whole new direction.
Dairy Free Love
Need it dairy free? Coconut milk makes it super creamy olive oil works instead of butter. Still gets that rich texture everyone loves.
Fresh Herb Magic
Fresh herbs make everything better. Parsley dill chives sprinkled on top not just pretty but adds such brightness to every bowl.
Just Right Texture
Too thick? Splash of milk or stock thins it out. Want it thicker? Let it simmer longer or whisk in a touch more flour.
Next Day Magic
Love this over pasta or rice next day. Makes the creamiest sauce toss in some veggies you've got a whole new dinner.
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Party Perfect
Always impresses at dinner parties. Serve it up in pretty bowls swirl of cream crispy bacon on top looks like it came from a fancy restaurant.
Perfect Pairings
Crisp white wine like Sauvignon Blanc matches beautifully. Love it with herb-infused sparkling water too keeps things light and fresh.
Feed A Crowd
Easily doubles or triples just grab a bigger pot. Add seasonings gradually taste as you go keeps everything balanced.
Add Some Color
Toss in colorful peppers maybe some spinach makes it even better for you. Plus those veggies with sweet corn and shrimp? Perfect combo.
Easy Clean Up
One pot does it all from start to finish. Less dishes more time enjoying your soup just how I like it.
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Extra Rich Flavor
Good stock makes all the difference. Sometimes I add a splash of white wine while cooking cuts through that richness perfectly.
Top It Off
That final touch matters crumbled bacon paprika sprinkle hot sauce swirl. Makes every bowl look and taste special.
No Gluten No Problem
Mix cornstarch with water instead of flour works just as well. Thickens up beautifully keeps everything smooth.
Always A Winner
Whether it's family dinner or fancy gathering this soup never disappoints. Rich creamy easy to make what's not to love?
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Frequently Asked Questions
- → How can I prevent the cream from curdling?
- Remove the pot from heat before adding milk and cream, then return to heat. This prevents the dairy from separating or curdling.
- → Can I adjust the thickness?
- Add more milk for thinner soup or use more flour for thicker soup. You can also simmer longer to thicken naturally.
- → How spicy is this soup?
- The spice level comes from Old Bay seasoning and can be adjusted to taste. Add hot sauce for extra heat if desired.
- → Can I use frozen shrimp?
- Yes, just ensure they're fully thawed, peeled, and deveined before adding to the soup.
- → What's the best way to serve this?
- Serve hot with green onion garnish. Warm bread makes a perfect accompaniment for dipping.