Lobster Bisque with Cognac

Lobster bisque is a classic French soup that is made with lobster meat, vegetables, and cream. It is a rich and flavorful soup that is perfect for a special occasion. This recipe for lobster bisque with cognac is a bit different from the traditional recipe, as it uses cognac to add a bit of extra flavor. The cognac is added to the soup after the vegetables have been cooked, and it is allowed to cook for a few minutes until it has reduced by half. This helps to concentrate the flavor of the cognac and gives the soup a more complex flavor.

Lobster bisque is a classic French soup that dates back to the 19th century. It is believed to have originated in the coastal towns of Brittany, where lobster was a plentiful resource. The soup was originally made with lobster stock, but over time, chefs began to use cream to make the soup richer and more flavorful. Lobster bisque is now a popular soup all over the world, and it is often served as a first course at formal dinners.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 30 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound lobster meat, cooked and chopped
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup cognac
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
2. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the cognac and cook until reduced by half, about 2 minutes.
4. Add the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
5. Add the lobster meat and cream and heat through.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Garnish with parsley and serve.

Why It Works

• Using cognac in this recipe adds a bit of extra flavor to the soup.
• Cooking the cognac for a few minutes until it has reduced by half helps to concentrate the flavor of the cognac.
• Adding cream to the soup makes it richer and more flavorful.