Cilantro Lobster Bisque

Chunks of lobster are added to a saucy mixture of milk, chicken broth, and tomato puree, flavored with sherry, garlic, and jalapeno pepper. Chopped tomato and cilantro are added to this thickened soup for color and interest.

Ingredients:

• Non-stick Butter Spray
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 1/2 tsp finely chopped jalapeno pepper
• 2 Tbs whole wheat flour
• 1 clove garlic, chopped small
• 3 1/2 cups Fat-Free chicken broth
• 1/2 cup tomato puree
• 1/2 cup dry sherry
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 pound ready-to-serve Lobster meat cut into 1" pieces
• 1 1/2 cups skim milk
• 1 tbsp cornstarch (mixed with 1/2 cup of the skim milk)
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 plum tomato, chopped
• 2 Tbsp chopped cilantro

Directions:

1. Spray large saucepan generously with non-stick spray. Heat the saucepan over medium heat. Add the onions, jalapenos, and garlic; saute, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes, or until tender. Add 1 tbsp water. Cook 2 minutes longer. Add flour, stirring constantly, cooking for 3 minutes, or until lightly browned. 2. Stir in the broth, tomato puree, sherry, and salt and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes. Add the lobster; cover and simmer for 6 minutes, or until the lobster is opaque. 3. Add 1 cup of the skim milk to the saucepan. Whisk the cornstarch with the remaining 1/2 cup milk, until there are no lumps; add it and the paprika to the saucepan. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes. Stir in the plum tomatoes and cilantro.

Number of Servings: 4

Notes from the Cook: Great in the winter, it can also be chilled and served cold in the summer!