Finnican Soup

Directions

1. 1
   In a deep skillet or large saucepan, saute the hot pepper and onions in the butter for two to three minutes.
2. 2
   Add the flour and cook over low heat for about three minutes.
3. 3
   In a separate saucepan, bring the milk to a simmer.
4. 4
   Add the milk gradually to the flour and butter mixture, off the heat.
5. 5
   Thicken the mixture slightly over low heat, add the lime juice and salt.
6. 6
   (The lime may curdle the milk slightly; if you want a perfectly smooth texture, process the liquid in a blender before adding the crab.)
7. 7
   Stir in the crab meat, taste for seasoning and ladle the soup into bowls.
8. 8
   If you like, garnish each bowl with a slice of lime.