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Seafood Chowder

This creamy Seafood Chowder is a hearty and comforting dish loaded with fresh seafood, tender potatoes, and savory herbs, perfect for a cozy meal any day of the year.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 celery stalks, diced
  • 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 4 cups fish or seafood stock
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup milk
  • 8 oz cod or white fish fillets, cut into chunks
  • 8 oz cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 8 oz scallops
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and celery; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add diced potatoes and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Pour in seafood stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
  4. Stir in the heavy cream, milk, and thyme. Heat gently without boiling.
  5. Add the fish, shrimp, and scallops and cook until seafood is just cooked through, about 5 minutes.
  6. Season with salt, pepper, and stir in fresh parsley.
  7. Ladle chowder into bowls and serve warm with crusty bread.

Notes

For an extra smoky flavor, try adding a few strips of crispy bacon on top before serving.