Maryland Soft Shell Crab Soup Recipe
Summer is the time for soft shell crabs and there is nothing better than a beautiful bowl of Maryland Soft Crab Soup on the dinner table. Quick and easy to make and absolutely a treat to eat. Enjoy!
Recipe Ingredients:
1 lb. Bacon, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 doz. Soft Crabs , cleaned and broken into chunks
1 large Onion, chopped
3 tablespoons Old Bay Seasoning
3 cups Water
2 large Cans Chopped Tomatoes
1 large Can V-8 Juice
2 bags Frozen Mixed Vegetables
6 large Potatoes , cut into 1 inch pieces
Salt & Pepper to taste
Directions:
In a large pot, simmer bacon, crabs, onion and Old Bay Seasoning until onion is tender, stirring frequently. Add water, tomatoes and juice stir well, bringing to a boil.
Turn heat down to medium low and simmer for 1/2 – 1 hour. Add frozen vegetables, potatoes and salt and pepper. Bring to a second boil, stirring frequently, reduce heat and simmer until vegetables are tender.