Lure & Lobster Bisque
Creamy lobster soup with a subtle tomato-kissed broth, evoking Minnesota lake fishing traditions. This american-inspired soups ready in about 50 minutes pairs lobster meat, heavy cream, tomato paste for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz lobster meat
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/4 cup shallot
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
- 1 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Step 1: Melt 1 tbsp butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add 1/4 cup diced shallot and cook for 3 minutes until translucent and fragrant, then stir in 2 tbsp tomato paste and cook for 1 minute to deepen flavor.
- Step 2: Add 2 cups chicken broth and 12 oz lobster meat to the saucepan. Simmer gently for 10 minutes until the lobster is opaque and tender, then remove the lobster and set aside.
- Step 3: Blend the broth mixture until smooth, then return to the saucepan. Stir in 1 cup heavy cream and simmer for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon. Return lobster to the pot, add 2 tbsp chopped parsley, and heat through for 2 minutes.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Lure & Lobster Bisque take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (25 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Lure & Lobster Bisque?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep lobster meat from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Lure & Lobster Bisque?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Lure & Lobster Bisque for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Lure & Lobster Bisque?
American soups like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
The step-by-step instructions were super clear. Turned out perfect on my first try.
- ★★★★★
Made this for my family and everyone asked for the recipe.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 25-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
