Boca Rio Fish Chowder

1. 1

   Place water and fish of choice in heavy pot; simmer no more than 8 minutes, with lid on pot.

2. 2

   Remove fish from water; set aside.

3. 3

   Brown bacon, then add onions to cook until tender.

4. 4

   Add this and remainder of ingredients (do not include tomatoes, only the juice, if used).

5. 5

   Simmer for about 15 minutes.

6. 6

   Do not overcook.

7. 7

   Veggies should be crunchy, not soft.

8. 8

   Remove any skin and bone from fish; break into 1/2 to 1-inch pieces and add with stewed tomatoes (if desired) to chowder.

9. 9

   Simmer only a minute or two to heat.

10. 10

    Tastes better the next day.

11. 11

    Be sure not to recook. Only heat to a nice-and-hot.

12. 12

    Yields 4 to 6 servings.

13. 13

    Serve with French bread heated in oven with Cheddar cheese melted on top.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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