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Stir in the flour, seafood seasoning, salt, pepper and nutmeg until blended; gradually add water and bouillon. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in potatoes. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes."},{"@type":"HowToStep","text":"Add asparagus; cook 8-12 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender. Stir in the cream and crab; heat through. If desired, sprinkle with parsley and pepper."}],"recipeYield":"6 servings","author":[{"@type":"Person","name":"Taste Recipes Editorial Team"}],"nutrition":{"@type":"NutritionInformation","calories":" 257 calories","fatContent":"12g fat (8g saturated fat)","cholesterolContent":"78mg cholesterol","sodiumContent":"546mg sodium","carbohydrateContent":"22g carbohydrate (6g sugars","fiberContent":"2g fiber)","proteinContent":"12g protein. 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Very tasty but canned crab was a bit gritty. Actually you really couldn\u2019t even taste the crab. Fake crab would probably be better. Used Yukon potato<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-04-29","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedLobster"},"reviewBody":"I served this soup at Easter dinner. I prepared it the night before, so all I had to do was heat and serve. Will definitely be making this again.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-11-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldGlasses"},"reviewBody":"I made as per recipe w\/o alteration or substitutions, but I doubled it (bc I had two containers of jumbo lump crab.) Excellent!! I paired w\/ a German Riesling and crusty honey sunflower bread for dunking. Everyone raved! Will definitely make again!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-04-06","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeLeaf"},"reviewBody":"I think the key is to adjust according to the thickness you like. We like thick rich soup so I doubled most of the ingredients...used 16 oz can of crab and sauted minced garlic. This is a must have! Next time think we are adding shrimp too!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-05-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangePaw"},"reviewBody":"Update from previous review- I made this again but instead of potatoes I used corn- half frozen kernels and half canned creamed corn. My family thought it was even better.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-01-06","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenCupcake"},"reviewBody":"Very good! I did invert the liquids so to speak--in other words, I added only 1 cup of half n' half, which is all I had on hand, and used 3 cups of chicken broth to stretch it out for more generous servings. I also increased the celery to 3 stalks and cans of crab to 3, incorporating the crab broth into the other liquids. After all that, it was a \"5\". Made a recipe card from the magazine page and will keep it in my \"Soup\" file because I WILL make it again! Thanks Patti!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-04-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeScooter"},"reviewBody":"This is great, hearty soup that comes together in about an hour, so it's perfect for a hectic week night. Instead of canned crab, I used frozen, and I substituted the water and bouillon with my own homemade seafood stock, which really gave it a robust chowder flavor. Otherwise, I followed the recipe as written. It was fantastic! Perfect for a chilly, rainy evening relaxing at home or for a hearty filling dinner when you're on the go. Crab and asparagus are a great flavor combo!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-04-09","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenPin"},"reviewBody":"I used fake lobster the first time. Plan to use the crab next time. I left out the salt because I thought the bouillon would make it too salty. Not true thanks to the potatoes. I added at the end.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-06-25","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveChefHat"},"reviewBody":"I had asparagus and red potatoes I wanted to use up so I checked Taste Recipes and found this soup. But I don't really care for seafood and I also had chicken I wanted to eat. So I added the chicken and changed the seafood seasoning to regular seasoning salt. Instead of half-and-half, I used heavy cream and sprinkled in onion and garlic salt to taste. Nobody missed the crab and the soup was a success!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-03-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanTag"},"reviewBody":"Excellent soup! It was quick and easy to make. I'll be making it again.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-05-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeDice"},"reviewBody":"4\/25\/2019 I made this soup for the first time. I'd used the ingredients I had available: regular YELLOW onion, chicken stock instead of bouillon and water, but I'd increased the amount of liquid to about 2-3 cups in small increments. I used 2 russet potatoes, cubed, and increased the amount of asparagus: to 1 lb. and the lump crabmeat to 1 lb. can. This soup is definitely a keeper recipe! Thank you for sharing!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-02-09","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldDog"},"reviewBody":"I have not yet made this recipe, but just from reading the list of ingredients I know is going to be good. Now the only thing that I'm in doubt is the amount of liquid used to make this soup. 1 cup of water and two cups of half-and -half, I don't think is enough since you're adding potatoes before you add the cream. How does this add up to six servings? I think the recipe needs to be revised.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-03-24","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldPlanet"},"reviewBody":"My family loved this soup!! Next time I will add 2 cans crab meat.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-03-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeBowtie"},"reviewBody":"Made this for dinner, yummy will make again!!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-03-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleClover"},"reviewBody":"Two ingredients I love, my husband wasn't thrilled with the asparagus. I will make this again and it's a great soup if you are on Keto.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}}]},"video":{"data":{"status":204},"message":"No shortcode found in recipe"},"rms_legacy_id":"120267","romance_copy_dek":"I get rave reviews from family and friends whenever I make this soup, but the biggest compliment was when my son called to ask for the recipe so he could make it for his roommates. —Patti Bogetti, Magnolia, Delaware\r\n","enhanced_recipe_title":"Crab and Asparagus Soup","rms_legacy_data":{"RecipeCategories":null,"Ingredients":[{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1-1\/4 cups chopped sweet onion","IngredientText":"1-1\/4 cups chopped sweet onion"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1 celery rib, chopped","IngredientText":"1 celery rib, chopped"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"2 tablespoons butter","IngredientText":"2 tablespoons butter"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"2 tablespoons all-purpose flour","IngredientText":"2 tablespoons all-purpose flour"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1\/2 teaspoon seafood seasoning","IngredientText":"1\/2 teaspoon seafood seasoning"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1\/4 teaspoon salt","IngredientText":"1\/4 teaspoon salt"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1\/4 teaspoon pepper","IngredientText":"1\/4 teaspoon pepper"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1\/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg","IngredientText":"1\/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1 cup water","IngredientText":"1 cup water"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1-1\/2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules","IngredientText":"1-1\/2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"2 medium red potatoes, cubed","IngredientText":"2 medium red potatoes, cubed"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"8 ounces fresh asparagus, cut into 3\/4-inch pieces","IngredientText":"8 ounces fresh asparagus, cut into 3\/4-inch pieces"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"2 cups half-and-half cream","IngredientText":"2 cups half-and-half cream"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1 can (6-1\/2 ounces) lump crabmeat, drained","IngredientText":"1 can (6-1\/2 ounces) lump crabmeat, drained"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"Optional toppings: chopped fresh parsley and cracked pepper","IngredientText":"Optional toppings: chopped fresh parsley and cracked pepper"}],"FeaturedImage":"https:\/\/tmbidigitalassetsazure.blob.core.windows.net\/rms3-prod\/attachments\/37\/1200x1200\/Crab-and-Asparagus-Soup_EXPS_THAM19_120267_E11_09_8b.jpg","RecipeId":120267,"AttachmentSourceId":null,"AttachmentSource":"Taste Recipes","PhotoCredit":"Crab and Asparagus Soup Recipe photo by Taste Recipes","VideoCode":null,"RecipeAttachmentFileName":"Crab-and-Asparagus-Soup_EXPS_THAM19_120267_E11_09_8b.jpg","ContributorId":null,"Firstname":"Patti","Lastname":"Bogetti","ContributorAttachmentFileName":"https:\/\/cdn3.tmbi.com\/toh\/Recipe\/testkitchenapproved.png","TimeCallout":"Prep: 25 min. 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