Stuffed Seafood Soup in a Bread Bowl 🦐🦀🍞✨


 

"A rich and creamy seafood soup served in a crusty bread bowl – the ultimate indulgent meal!"

This Stuffed Seafood Soup in a Bread Bowl combines succulent seafood, creamy broth, and the comforting texture of a bread bowl. Perfect for special occasions or when you’re craving a restaurant-quality dish at home.


Ingredients

For the Seafood Soup:

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for thickening)
  • 4 cups seafood or chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning (or your favorite seafood seasoning)
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional, for depth of flavor)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 pound lump crab meat (or imitation crab)
  • 1/2 pound scallops (optional)
  • 1 cup clams or mussels (optional, cleaned)

For the Bread Bowls:

  • 4 large sourdough or crusty round bread loaves
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or melted butter (optional, for brushing)

Optional Garnishes:

  • Fresh parsley, chopped
  • Grated Parmesan cheese
  • Croutons

Instructions