"New England Style Creamy Conch Chowder is a sumptuous fusion of tender conch meat and hearty potatoes immersed in a rich, creamy broth, elevated with the sweetness of creamed corn and finished with a zesty hint of lemon, crispy bacon, and Parmesan cheese."
New England Style Creamy Conch Chowder
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Prep time: 20mins
Cook time: 1hr
Serves or Makes: 4
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ingredients
- 1 pound finely chopped conch meat
- 4 slices of chopped bacon
- 1 large diced onion
- 3 stalks of diced celery
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 2 large peeled and diced potatoes
- 1 can (14.5 ounce) creamed corn
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 1 juiced lemon
- to taste salt and ground black pepper
- for garnish parmesan cheese
Method
Step 1
Cook the Bacon: In a large pot, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until it is crispy, about 5 minutes. Remove the bacon and set it aside, leaving the bacon fat in the pot.
Step 2
Sauté the Vegetables: In the same pot with the bacon fat, add the unsalted butter, onion, celery, and garlic. Cook until the vegetables start to soften, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir to combine. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly to avoid burning the flour.
Step 3
Add Potatoes, Corn, and Liquids: Add the diced potatoes to the pot. Pour in the vegetable broth, heavy cream, and the can of creamed corn. Stir well.
Step 4
Add the Conch and Seasonings: Add the chopped conch meat to the pot. Stir in the dried thyme. Season with salt and ground black pepper to taste.
Step 5
Simmer the Chowder: Bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and allow the chowder to simmer gently for 30-45 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the flavors have melded to your liking. Be sure not to let the mixture reach a boil to avoid curdling the cream.
Step 6
Finish and Serve: Turn off the heat, and stir in the lemon juice. Check the seasoning and adjust if necessary. Serve the chowder hot, garnished with parmesan cheese and crispy bacon. Enjoy!