"Luxurious flavors abound in this creamy Irish Scallop Bisque! With a beautifully seared scallop, it's perfect as an elegant starter course, or a light main course......"
INGREDIENTS
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3 tablespoons butter
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3 stalks celery, cut in large chunks (not chopped)
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2 medium carrots, diced
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1 large potato, diced, preferably Russet
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1 medium yellow onion, chopped
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1 teaspoon tomato paste
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1 cup dry white wine, (see notes)
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1 qt pack seafood stock, approximately 1L (see notes)
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2 bay leaves
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1 tsp dried thyme leaves, or 1 tbsp. fresh thyme leaves
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1 cup half and half
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8 large sea scallops
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vegetable or refined coconut oil (high smoke point)
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salt and pepper
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chopped chives