CRAB-CORN CHOWDER

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Provided by Kent Rathbun

Categories     Soup/Stew     Herb     Potato     Shellfish     Christmas     Thanksgiving     Bacon     Seafood     Crab     Corn     Fall     Summer     Grill/Barbecue

Yield Makes 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

4 ears corn, shucked
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound bacon, diced
2 medium onions, diced (about 2 cups)
8 cloves garlic, minced
4 shallots, minced
2 stalks celery, diced
2 dried bay leaves
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
1 cup all-purpose flour
4 cups whole milk
2 cups heavy cream
2 cups Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and diced (about 2 large potatoes)
3 tablespoons maple syrup (1 1/2 ounces)
2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves (from about 4 sprigs)
2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
1 pound fresh lump crab meat, picked over
1 tablespoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Prepare grill (moderately high heat).
  • Brush corn with olive oil. Grill ears until kernels soften and develop grill marks, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat. When cool enough to handle, use large knife to cut kernels from cobs. Set aside.
  • In heavy, large pot over moderate heat, sauté bacon until crisp, about 14 to 16 minutes. Add onions, garlic, shallots, celery, and bay leaves and sauté until translucent, about 7 to 9 minutes. Add butter and heat until melted, less than 1 minute. Using wooden spoon, stir in flour and cook, stirring constantly, until smooth, about 3 minutes. Lower heat to moderately low and continue to cook, stirring constantly, until paste is color of peanut butter, about 6 minutes.
  • Whisk in milk and cream, then add potatoes. Raise heat to high and bring to simmer, then reduce heat to moderately low and simmer, uncovered, until soup thickens and potatoes are tender, about 17 to 19 minutes.
  • Stir in maple syrup, thyme, basil, and chives. Gently stir in crab meat, corn, salt, and pepper. Serve immediately.

Ray ali
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This chowder is a must-try for seafood lovers!


Ahmard jacob
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves seafood.


Obanye Peculiar
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This is the best crab and corn chowder I've ever had!


Janelle Paul
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I made this chowder for a party, and everyone raved about it.


hasan rimon
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This chowder is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it for a special occasion.


Raccoon_SideMaster
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I'm not a huge fan of corn, but I loved this chowder. The corn adds a nice sweetness to the dish.


Dickson Philemon
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I love that this recipe uses fresh crab meat. It makes all the difference in the flavor.


Nouman Bhutta
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This chowder is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


mdkhorshie
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I followed the recipe exactly, and the chowder turned out perfectly. It was easy to make and didn't take long at all.


Mim Arohe
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This recipe is a keeper! I love the addition of corn and crab, which gives the chowder a unique and delicious flavor.


Alamdar Hussain
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I've made this chowder several times now, and it's always a hit.


Sorry Sorry
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This crab and corn chowder is out of this world! The flavors are so rich and creamy, and the crab meat is tender and succulent.