Maine Fish Chowder

1. 1

   Fry salt pork to render all fat in a heavy kettle and then remove.

2. 2

   Add potatoes, onions, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.

3. 3

   Cover with hot water and cook over medium heat, covered, 15 minutes, until potatoes are just tender.

4. 4

   Do not overcook.

5. 5

   Meanwhile, cut fish into large chunks and put into another saucepan.

6. 6

   Add boiling water to cover and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt.

7. 7

   Cook slowly, covered, until fish is fork tender, about 15 minutes.

8. 8

   Remove from heat.

9. 9

   Strain and reserve liquid.

10. 10

    Remove any bones from fish.

11. 11

    Add fish and strained liquid to potato-onion mixture.

12. 12

    Pour in milk and leave on stove long enough to heat through, about 5 minutes.

13. 13

    Mix in butter and pepper.

14. 14

    Serve at once.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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