Seafood Chowder

Ashley Gluten Free Recipes, Seafood Recipes

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Seafood Chowder
Instructions
  1. In a large flameproof casserole, render the bacon over moderate heat until it is crisp and golden.
  2. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the bacon to a plate lined with paper towel.
  3. Pour off and discard all but 1 TBS of bacon fat.
  4. Add the onion to the pan and cook it 8 to 10 minutes or until it softens.
  5. Sprinkle in the flour and stir to incorporate.
  6. Stir in the thyme and crushed pepper.
  7. Add the clam juice, water, wine, and stir until smooth.
  8. Then add the corn and potatoes.
  9. Bring to a boil, lower the heat, and simmer the mixture gently for 15 minutes or until the potatoes are cooked through.
  10. Stir in the cream and return to a gentle boil.
  11. (The chowder can be made 1 day ahead up to this point. Let it cool and then refrigerate it. Bring it to a boil before proceeding.)
  12. Add the clams and boil for 5 minutes
  13. If using raw shrimp, add them now as well as the cod and cook until clams start to open.
  14. If using cooked shrimp, add to pot just as clams start to open.
  15. Add plenty of salt & pepper.
  16. If you like it thicker, mix 1 TBS corn starch in a ¼ cup of cold whipping cream and add to pot and stir.
  17. Ladle the chowder in to large bowls.
  18. Sprinkle each one with bacon and parsley and serve at once.
Recipe Notes

Serve with Parmesan Crostini.

Serves 6-8