CRAB AND CORN CHOWDER

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I started cooking at a local restaurant when I was 16 years old. This creamy chowder was one of the soups we made. The recipe had been passed from cook to cook- but had never been written down, until now!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings (1-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 medium onion, chopped
5 tablespoons butter
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
3-1/2 cups milk
4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
2 cans (6 ounces each) crabmeat, drained
2 medium potatoes, diced
1 small green peppeer, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
1 can (8-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1 cup half-and-half cream
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon white pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Add flour; cook and stir until thick and bubbly. Gradually add milk; cook and stir until thickened. Add remaining ingredients. Cover and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 35-40 minutes. Remove bay leaf before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402 calories, Fat 21g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 859mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

Z Gamer JD
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This chowder exceeded my expectations! I've made crab and corn chowder before, but this recipe was by far the best. The crab was plentiful and the corn was perfectly cooked. The broth was creamy and flavorful, and the whole dish was just perfect. I w


Jacqueline Granger
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I was a little hesitant to make this recipe because I'm not a very experienced cook, but it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow and the chowder was absolutely delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Ivan Uriarte
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This was the best crab and corn chowder I've ever had! The crab was tender and the corn was sweet and flavorful. The broth was creamy and rich, and the whole dish was just perfect. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Iman Labiad
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I'm not a huge fan of seafood, but this chowder was delicious! The crab and corn were both very fresh and the broth was flavorful without being too heavy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make cho


Blessing Agadagba
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This chowder was amazing! I made it for my family last night and everyone loved it. The crab and corn were both cooked perfectly and the broth was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Sami Rana sami
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This chowder was delicious! The crab and corn were both cooked perfectly and the broth was flavorful and creamy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make chowder.


Hoj rat
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I've made this chowder several times now and it's always a hit! The crab and corn are both cooked perfectly and the broth is flavorful and creamy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make chowder.


NUMAN MAHAR MAHAR KING
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This chowder was easy to make and absolutely delicious! The crab and corn were both fresh and flavorful, and the broth was creamy and rich. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make chowder.


Malgon Nana
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chowder turned out great! The crab and corn were both cooked perfectly and the broth was flavorful and creamy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make chowder.


Kami baba
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This chowder exceeded my expectations! I've made crab and corn chowder before, but this recipe was by far the best. The crab was plentiful and the corn was perfectly cooked. The broth was creamy and flavorful, and the whole dish was just perfect. I w


Angela Rose
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I was a little hesitant to make this recipe because I'm not a very experienced cook, but it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow and the chowder was absolutely delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Tuga Malon
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This was the best crab and corn chowder I've ever had! The crab was tender and the corn was sweet and flavorful. The broth was creamy and rich, and the whole dish was just perfect. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Dollar Sign
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I'm not a huge fan of seafood, but this chowder was delicious! The crab and corn were both very fresh and the broth was flavorful without being too heavy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make cho


Zemzem Muhammad
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This chowder was amazing! I made it for my family last night and everyone loved it. The crab and corn were both cooked perfectly and the broth was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.