MUSSEL CHOWDER
Categories Soup/Stew Milk/Cream Mussel White Wine Gourmet
Yield Makes 8 first-course servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Pour reserved mussel cooking liquid through a fine sieve lined with a dampened paper towel into a bowl. Set aside 24 mussels in their shells, then shuck remainder and halve them crosswise.
- Wash chopped leeks in a bowl of cold water, then lift out and drain well.
- Cook leeks, carrots, bell peppers, and shallot with salt and pepper in butter and oil in a 5-quart heavy pot over moderate heat, covered, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 7 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook, uncovered, stirring, 1 minute. Add strained mussel cooking liquid and wine and simmer 10 minutes.
- Stir in halved mussels and cream and simmer, stirring, 5 minutes. Add reserved mussels in their shells and simmer until just heated through, about 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper.
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[email protected]This chowder is a bit too rich for my taste. I might try using less cream next time.
Melissa Morales
[email protected]This chowder is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it for a special occasion.
RedIsRllySusy _682k
[email protected]I love the addition of the corn and potatoes in this chowder. It gives it a nice chunky texture.
shoaib islam
[email protected]This chowder is a great way to get your kids to eat seafood.
Kismot Pasha
[email protected]I've never made chowder before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. It turned out great!
Awais Virk
[email protected]This chowder is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.
Rana Zainn
[email protected]I made this chowder for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!
Hawah Jeenah
[email protected]This chowder was easy to make and turned out delicious. I used fresh mussels from the farmer's market, and they were so plump and flavorful.
Lindsey Stevens
[email protected]I've made this chowder several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's a great way to use up leftover mussels, and it's also a very affordable meal.
Lillian Jones
[email protected]This mussel chowder was an absolute delight! The flavors were rich and complex, and the mussels were cooked perfectly. I especially enjoyed the addition of the white wine, which gave the chowder a subtle but noticeable brightness.