Dd's Seafood Chowder

Uuuuuuuu, this looks so good, but maybe a skosh too hard for me to try make myself.

 

DD'S SEAFOOD CHOWDER

 

6 pc. (21-24 size) shrimp, halved

¼# bay scallops

Salted water as needed

2 TB butter

½ medium onion, chopped

1 stalk celery, chopped

¼ small orange bell pepper, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

Salt, freshly ground black pepper

3 TB flour

1 small Yukon Gold potato (optional to peel), ½-inch cubes

3 c. seafood broth/stock**

1/8# salmon,* chopped

Salted water as needed

¼ c heavy cream

2 drops tabasco

Salt, freshly ground black pepper

Garnish: chopped chives

 

In a small saucepot over medium heat cover shrimp and scallops with salted water. Bring to a low simmer.  Immediately remove seafood into ice bath; set aside. Place boiled water** in a 3 cup measuring cup. 

In a medium saucepot over medium heat sautee vegetables in butter 6-8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in flour until well incorporated. Add stock into reserved water to make 3 cups. Add to saucepot along with potatoes; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; simmer til potatoes are cooked through about 5-6 minutes. 

Add salmon* (I used smoked salmon, added just until warmed through) and simmer until opaque, about 2-3 minutes. Add scallops and shrimp. Stir in cream to heat through. Add tabasco, check for seasoning. 

Garnish with chives. Serves 2.