Taste of Home
Cheddar Seafood Chowder
TOTAL TIME: Prep: 15 min. Cook: 20 min.
YIELD: 6 servings.
Shrimp and scallops make this thick, cheesy and chunky chowder extra special. It’s packed with veggies, and the crispy bacon makes a yummy garnish. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Ingredients
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6 bacon strips, chopped
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2 celery ribs, finely chopped
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1/2 cup chopped sweet orange pepper
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1/4 cup all-purpose flour
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1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
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2 cups 2% milk
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2 medium red potatoes, cubed
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1 teaspoon seafood seasoning
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/2 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
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1/2 pound bay scallops
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1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Directions
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1.
In a large saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon; drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings.
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2.
In the drippings, saute the celery, orange pepper and onion until crisp-tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in flour until blended; gradually add broth and milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened.
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3.
Add the potatoes, seafood seasoning and salt; return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
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4.
Add shrimp and scallops; cook and stir for 3-4 minutes or until shrimp turn pink and scallops are opaque. Stir in cheese until melted. Garnish each serving with bacon.
Nutrition Facts
1 cup: 309 calories, 14g fat (8g saturated fat), 104mg cholesterol, 981mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 1g fiber), 26g protein.
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