Cajun bean corn and shrimp bisque

Recipe Information

Description:
Cajun bean corn and shrimp bisque is a delicious American recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 10 minutes of prep time and about 20 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 30 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered intermediate. This recipe will yield 4 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 4
Preparation Time 10 Minutes
Cook Time 20 Minutes
Total Time 30 Minutes
Difficulty Intermediate
Main Ingredient Beans
Category Beans & Legumes; Seafood
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Main Dish; Side Dish
Subtype Soup
Cuisine American; Cajun
Cook Method Sautéing
Diet

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup onion, chopped

  • 3/4 to 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves

  • 1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon dried marjoram leaves

  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

  • 1 tablespoon butter or margarine

  • 2 tablespoons flour

  • 3 1/2 cups fat-free milk

  • 1 medium potato, peeled, cubed

  • 1 cup small broccoli florets

  • 1 can (15 ounces) red beans

  • 1 cup frozen, thawed, or canned cream-style corn

  • 8-12 ounces shrimp, peeled, deveined

Directions

  • Sauté the onion, thyme, marjoram, and crushed red pepper in butter in a large saucepan until the onion is tender, about 5 minutes.

  • Stir in the flour, and cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the milk and potato, and heat to boiling. Reduce the heat, and simmer, covered, 5 minutes.

  • Add the broccoli, beans, and corn, and simmer, covered, until the vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes, adding shrimp during the last 5 minutes.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 344 cal

  • Total fat: 6g

  • Cholesterol: 99mg

  • Sodium: 857mg

  • Carbohydrate: 51g

  • Protein: 25g