1/4 c. minced onion
3 tbsp. butter
1/2 lb. shrimp, cooked and chopped
1/2 lb. crab meat, cooked and flaked
1/2 lb. scallops, cooked and chopped
1/2 lb. lobster, cooked and cubed (optional)
1/3 c. dry white wine
2 c. water
1 pt. heavy cream
2 egg yolks, beaten lightly
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. white pepper
1/4 c. sherry or brandy

Saute onion in butter in a heavy saucepan over medium-low heat until onion is opaque. Add shrimp, crab, scallops and lobster and cook 2-3 minutes. Add wine and water. Cover and simmer about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand 30 minutes to blend flavors. Put pan back on low heat, add cream and heat, stirring constantly for about 5 minutes. Mix a little hot bisque into the egg yolks and mix well. Pour egg yolks into pan and heat for about 5 minutes. Add seasonings and sherry, stir well. Taste and adjust salt as needed. Serve.