GRANDMA'S SEAFOOD CHOWDER

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My grandmother makes this every year for Christmas morning-the only time we ever had it. Why wait, when you can enjoy this satisfying chowder anytime? It's also delicious topped with biscuits! -Melissa Obernesser, Utica, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 10 servings (3-1/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons plus 1/4 cup butter, divided
1 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 cups half-and-half cream
1-1/2 cups 2% milk
1 pound haddock fillets, skin removed, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 cups frozen peas (about 10 ounces)
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup lump crabmeat (about 5 ounces), drained
1 jar (4 ounces) diced pimientos, drained
1 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • In a 6-qt. stockpot, heat 3 tablespoons butter over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms; cook and stir until tender, 8-10 minutes. Remove from pot., In same pot, heat remaining butter over medium heat. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth; gradually whisk in cream and milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 2-3 minutes., Stir in haddock, shrimp, peas and sautéed mushrooms; cook until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork and shrimp turn pink, 5-7 minutes. Add cheese, crab and pimientos; stir gently until cheese is melted. If desired, sprinkle servings with paprika.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390 calories, Fat 23g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 176mg cholesterol, Sodium 596mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

Aweys Siid
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This chowder is delicious and easy to make. I love that I can use whatever seafood I have on hand.


John f Dale
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I made this chowder for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the addition of bacon, which added a nice smoky flavor.


Abdul Baseer
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This chowder was a bit too thick for my taste, but it was still a good recipe. I think next time I'll add more liquid.


Ahsan_khan_official_110
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This chowder is the perfect comfort food for a cold night. It's hearty and filling, and the seafood is cooked to perfection. I especially love the addition of corn and potatoes, which add a nice sweetness and heartiness to the chowder.


47_SeenuYt
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This chowder is delicious and easy to make. I love that I can use frozen seafood, which makes it a great weeknight meal.


jasmine Massey
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I love this chowder! It's so creamy and flavorful, and the seafood is cooked perfectly. I especially love the addition of Old Bay seasoning, which gives the chowder a nice kick.


Elie Kheirallah
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This chowder was a bit too fishy for my taste, but it was still a good recipe. I think next time I'll use less seafood.


Fawzia Mohamed
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This chowder is the perfect comfort food for a cold night. It's hearty and filling, and the seafood is cooked to perfection. I especially love the addition of sherry, which gives the chowder a nice depth of flavor.


samuel okoth
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This chowder is delicious and easy to make. I love that I can use whatever seafood I have on hand.


Smangele Dube
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I love this chowder! It's so creamy and flavorful, and the seafood is cooked perfectly. I especially love the addition of thyme, which gives the chowder a nice earthy flavor.


Chris Stein
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This chowder was a bit bland for my taste, but it was still a good recipe. I think next time I'll add more spices.


Zahir Mapp
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I've tried several different seafood chowder recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's the perfect balance of creamy and flavorful, and the seafood is cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe!


Abishree Ranabhat
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This chowder is delicious and easy to make. I love that I can use frozen seafood, which makes it a great weeknight meal.


Moses Njuguna
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I made this chowder for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the addition of bacon, which added a nice smoky flavor.


UMAR IBN KYARI
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This chowder was a bit too thick for my taste, but the flavor was good. I think next time I'll add more liquid.


Rahul Shah
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This is the best seafood chowder I've ever had! The broth is so rich and flavorful, and the seafood is cooked to perfection. I especially love the addition of corn and potatoes, which add a nice sweetness and heartiness to the chowder.


Elhadji Sow
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I'm not a huge fan of seafood, but I really enjoyed this chowder. The broth was creamy and flavorful, and the seafood was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again!


Fokhrul Islam
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This chowder was a bit too salty for my taste, but overall it was a good recipe. I think next time I'll use less salt and add more vegetables.


Joshua Boyer
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I've made this chowder several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious. The seafood is always fresh and flavorful, and the broth is creamy and rich. I highly recommend this recipe!


Aaron Mwesigwa
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This chowder is the perfect comfort food for a cold night. It's packed with seafood and vegetables, and the broth is creamy and flavorful. I especially love the addition of Old Bay seasoning, which gives the chowder a nice kick.