[ { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "In a soup pot, melt butter over high heat." }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Add all vegetables and bay leaf. Cook until vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes." }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Add flour and cook for another couple minutes, stirring to combine." }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Add tomatoes, oregano and broth; stir to combine; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes." }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Add sherry and cream cheese, stir and let cream cheese melt; reduce heat and simmer for another 10 minutes." }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Remove bay leaf. Puree with emulsion blender." }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Return to stove; add in shrimp and scallops; continue to simmer for another couple minutes until seafood is cooked." }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Season to taste with salt and pepper. Garnish with parsley, if desired." } ]