Best 3 Cathys Amazing Fish Chowder Recipes

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Are you looking for a hearty and delicious seafood dish that will warm you on a cold day? Look no further than Cathy's Amazing Fish Chowder. This classic recipe combines chunks of tender fish, crisp vegetables, and a creamy broth to create a comforting and flavorful meal that is sure to be a hit with the whole family. Whether you're cooking for a special occasion or just want a quick and easy weeknight meal, Cathy's Amazing Fish Chowder is a must-try.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CATHY'S AMAZING FISH CHOWDER



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Restaurant style comfort food directly from Maine that is easy to make and wonderful to eat!! Any white fish such as haddock may be used in place of the cod. Serve with crackers and corn bread if desired!! The real person that deserves full credit for this recipe is a wonderful mother named Cathy that lives in Chicago and loves her son in Kansas!!

Provided by JAY90

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Seafood

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound sliced bacon
1 large onion, chopped
5 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
1 ½ pounds cod fillets, cut into 1 inch cubes
1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk
½ cup whole milk
2 tablespoons butter
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place bacon strips in a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Cook bacon until crisp, then remove to paper towels to drain. Drain grease from the pot, reserving about 1 tablespoon. Set heat to medium, and fry onions in the reserved bacon grease until tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Add potatoes, and fill pot with just enough water to cover them. Bring to a boil, then cook until potatoes are almost tender, about 5 minutes. Add fish pieces, evaporated milk, whole milk, and butter. Bring to a boil, then simmer over low heat for 30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Ladle into bowls, and top with crumbled bacon pieces.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 379 calories, Carbohydrate 30.7 g, Cholesterol 80.1 mg, Fat 15.5 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 28.7 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 563.9 mg, Sugar 7.3 g

BEST SEAFOOD CHOWDER



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My husband is an avid fisherman. When a family get-together was planned and we had to bring something, we created this recipe using fish from our freezer. The chowder got rave reviews from the relatives! -Heather Saunders, Belchertown, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 1h

Yield 32 servings (8 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 pound sliced bacon, diced
2 medium onions, chopped
6 cups cubed peeled potatoes
4 cups water
1 pound bay or sea scallops, quartered
1 pound lobster meat, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 pound cod, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 pound haddock, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup butter, melted
4 teaspoons salt
4 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
2 quarts whole milk
1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
Oyster crackers, optional

Steps:

  • In a large soup kettle or Dutch oven, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon to paper towels; reserve drippings. Saute onions in drippings until tender. Add potatoes and water; bring to a boil. Cook for 10 minutes., Add the scallops, lobster, shrimp, cod and haddock. Cook for 10 minutes or until scallops are opaque, shrimp turn pink and fish flakes easily with a fork. Add the butter, salt, parsley and curry powder. Stir in milk and evaporated milk; heat through. Garnish with bacon, additional parsley, and oyster crackers, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 625mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

CATHY'S AMAZING FISH CHOWDER



Cathy's Amazing Fish Chowder image

Restaurant style comfort food directly from Maine that is easy to make and wonderful to eat!! Any white fish such as haddock may be used in place of the cod. Serve with crackers and corn bread if desired!! The real person that deserves full credit for this recipe is a wonderful mother named Cathy that lives in Chicago and loves her son in Kansas!!

Provided by Jaylene

Categories     Seafood Soup

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound sliced bacon
1 large onion, chopped
5 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
1 ½ pounds cod fillets, cut into 1 inch cubes
1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk
½ cup whole milk
2 tablespoons butter
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place bacon strips in a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Cook bacon until crisp, then remove to paper towels to drain. Drain grease from the pot, reserving about 1 tablespoon. Set heat to medium, and fry onions in the reserved bacon grease until tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Add potatoes, and fill pot with just enough water to cover them. Bring to a boil, then cook until potatoes are almost tender, about 5 minutes. Add fish pieces, evaporated milk, whole milk, and butter. Bring to a boil, then simmer over low heat for 30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Ladle into bowls, and top with crumbled bacon pieces.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 379 calories, Carbohydrate 30.7 g, Cholesterol 80.1 mg, Fat 15.5 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 28.7 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 563.9 mg, Sugar 7.3 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh fish for the best flavor. If you are using frozen fish, thaw it completely before cooking.
  • If you don't have any fresh vegetables on hand, you can use frozen or canned vegetables instead.
  • You can add any other vegetables that you like to the chowder. Some good options include corn, carrots, and celery.
  • If you want a thicker chowder, you can add a cornstarch slurry. To make a cornstarch slurry, mix together equal parts cornstarch and water until smooth. Then, stir the slurry into the chowder and cook until thickened.
  • Season the chowder to taste with salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs and spices.
  • Serve the chowder hot with crackers, bread, or salad.

Conclusion:

Fish chowder is a delicious and comforting meal that is perfect for a cold winter evening. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give fish chowder a try. You won't be disappointed!

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