Lobster Bisque

Ingredients (14)

• 2 live lobsters (about 1 pound each)
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 3/4 cup white wine or sherry
• 1 carton (32 ounces) seafood stock
• 2/3 cup uncooked long grain rice
• 2 cups heavy whipping cream
• 1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme
• 1-1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
• Minced fresh parsley, optional