She-Crab Soup

Directions

1. 1
   Saute onion in half the butter over low heat.
2. 2
   Melt rest of the butter in top of double boiler and blend in the flour.
3. 3
   Stir in the onion and add 1 quart milk, stirring constantly.
4. 4
   Add the crab meat and roe and stir well; add pepper and mace and cook slowly for 20 minutes.
5. 5
   Add the pint of milk and stir well.
6. 6
   Remove from heat and add wine.
7. 7
   Serve in soup bowls which have been heated, top with a dollop of cream and garnish with parsley sprigs or a sprinkle of paprika.
8. 8
   Serve with crackers.
9. 9
   Yields 6 to 8 servings.