New England Seafood Chowder Recipe

Name: New England Seafood Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 bacon slices, chopped; 2 large onions, chopped; 1 tablespoon curry powder; 4 8-ounce bottles clam juice; 4 cups 1/2-inch dice peeled white potatoes (about 3 pounds); 4 cups 1/2-inch dice peeled butternut squash (about 3 pounds); 2 bay leaves; 4 cups chopped kale leaves; 5 cups milk; 1 cup half and half; 2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme or 2 teaspoons dried, crumbled; 3 pounds mixed fresh fish (a choice of cod, halibut, haddock and/or scrod), cut into 3/4-inch pieces

Servings: persons

8 bacon slices, chopped
2 large onions, chopped
1 tablespoon curry powder
4 8-ounce bottles clam juice
4 cups 1/2-inch dice peeled white potatoes (about 3 pounds)
4 cups 1/2-inch dice peeled butternut squash (about 3 pounds)
2 bay leaves
4 cups chopped kale leaves
5 cups milk
1 cup half and half
2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme or 2 teaspoons dried, crumbled
3 pounds mixed fresh fish (a choice of cod, halibut, haddock and/or scrod), cut into 3/4-inch pieces

1
To render fat, cook chopped bacon in heavy large saucepan over medium-high heat 5 minutes.
2
Add chopped onions and saute until onions are translucent, about 8 minutes.
3
Add curry powder and stir 30 seconds.
4
Mix in bottled clam juice, diced potatoes, diced butternut squash and bay leaves.
5
Simmer 5 minutes.
6
Add chopped kale leaves and simmer until vegetables are almost tender, about 10 minutes.
7
Add 5 cups milk, 1 cup half and half and minced thyme.
8
(Chowder can be prepared 1 day ahead.
9
Cover tightly and refrigerate.)
10
Bring chowder to simmer.
11
Add fish and simmer until cooked through, about 3 minutes.
12
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
13
Discard bay leaves.
14
Ladle chowder into bowls and serve.

3220

kcal

Calories

285

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 bacon slices, chopped, 2 large onions, chopped, 1 tablespoon curry powder, 4 8-ounce bottles clam juice, and more.

Yes, New England Seafood Chowder falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

New England Seafood Chowder

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Variations & substitutions

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