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SOUPS


CRAB SOUP

  • Claws of 6 crabs,
  • 1 large spoon butter,
  • 1 onion,
  • ½ can tomatoes,
  • 1 tablespoon flour,
  • 3 cups water,
  • Pepper, salt,
  • ½ cup rice.

When using hard shelled crabs, reserve claws for soup. Wash very well. Brown one onion and flour in butter. Gradually add water. Season with pepper, salt, add tomatoes. Add claws and rice, cook slowly for one hour. Serve with claws in each portion. Six portions.