"A simple and delicious recipe for classic lobster bisque...."
INGREDIENTS
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3 Tbsp. butter
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1 cup chopped white or yellow onions
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1/2 cup chopped carrots
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1/2 cup chopped celery
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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3 Tbsp. tomato paste
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3 Tbsp. flour
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2 cups seafood stock
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1 cup white wine
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1/4 cup cognac or brandy (optional)
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12 oz (or more) chopped lobster meat
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1 tsp. smoked paprika
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1 bay leaf
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1 sprig fresh thyme (or 1/2 tsp. dried thyme)
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1/4 tsp. cayenne
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1/2 cup (or more) heavy cream
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salt and freshly-ground black pepper