Louder Seafood Chowder

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   In a 6 quart Dutch Oven or pot, place 1 bottle of clam juice, 1 cup of diced potatoes and all of the apple.

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   Bring to a simmer, cover and cook for 20 minutes.

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   When potatoes are cooked, remove from heat and pour into the blender, pulse until mixture is pureed and set aside.

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   Rinse out the pot and return it to the stove, add the olive oil and heat it over medium heat.

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   Add the bacon and saute it until it starts to brown.

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   Add the onion, red pepper, celery and thyme and saute for another 3 minutes until onion is translucent.

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   Add the remaining bottle of clam juice, the remaining potatoes, corn and the pureed potato mixture.

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   Stir and add just enough water to cover the potatoes.

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   Cover and cook for 20 minutes.

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    Mix the shrimp & scallops into the chowder and replace the lid.

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    Continue to cook for another 5 to 10 minutes, until seafood is just cooked and the potatoes are done.

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    Salt and pepper the soup to taste and serve hot.

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    Enjoy!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.