Shrimp Bisque

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons (½ stick) unsalted butter, divided
• 1½ pounds medium shrimp (about 45), peeled, deveined, shells reserved
• 2 bay leaves, divided
• 2 carrots, peeled, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• ½ cup brandy
• ¼ cup long-grain white rice
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 3 sprigs fresh flat-leaf parsley
• 3 sprigs fresh thyme
• ¼ teaspoon (or more) cayenne pepper
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• ½ cup heavy whipping cream
• 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• ¼ cup finely chopped fresh chives

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