Wednesday, June 9, 2010

Make A Hearty Seafood Chowder







A healthy seafood chowder will bring the fresh tastes and smells of the coast to your table.


A seafood chowder is an intoxicating way to bring the flavors of the coast to your table. Once you have your basic broth together, any mix of fresh fish and seafood will work. Each will bring its unique flavor to the party, and each will make this dish shine anew as each ocean delicacy comes into season.


Instructions


1. Mix well the first 8 ingredients in a pot and bring it to a boil on high heat. Reduce the heat, cover and simmer 20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.








2. Place the flour in a large bowl and slowly add 1/4 cup of the milk. Whisk until smooth.


3. Stir in your reserved 1 1/4 cups of milk to Step 2. Stir in the evaporated milk to flour mixture. Next, add the milk mixture into your Step 1 pot ingredients.


4. Turn the heat to medium-high. Cook the mixture for 5 minutes or until thickened.


5. Add the fish. Cook 5 minutes before adding the shrimp. Cook 8 minutes more after adding the shrimp. Serve the hearty seafood chowder while hot. This will serve 4 to 6 persons.

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