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Classic New England Seafood Chowder

Creamy, briny chowder loaded with clams, shrimp, and cod in a buttery potato and celery base. Ready in under 45 minutes with minimal chopping.

Total time
40 min
Servings
4
Calories
420
Protein
38g
Classic New England Seafood Chowder
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat, ~1 minute.

  2. Step 2

    Add celery and onion, sauté until softened and fragrant, ~5 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Add potatoes and clam juice, bring to a simmer. Cook until potatoes are fork-tender, ~12 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Stir in clam meat and cod chunks. Simmer gently for 3 minutes until fish is barely opaque.

  5. Step 5

    Add shrimp and cream. Simmer 2 minutes until shrimp curl and turn pink.

  6. Step 6

    Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot in bowls with crusty bread.

Tools you’ll need

  • large heavy pot (6-quart minimum)
  • wooden spoon
  • chef's knife
  • cutting board
  • measuring cups and spoons

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