Oyster Chowder Recipe
Description: I grew up on Oyster “stew”. I like to “create” new things and this is what I came up with. I fix this for myself only and so I made it how I like it, and this is the result. Hope you like it.
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 3
Ingredients:
- 1 can of corn
- 0.5 lb potatoes, cubed
- 2 tbsp margarine
- 2 tbsp bacon, chopped
- 1/4 cup onion, chopped
- 1 tbsp flour
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 cup milk
- 1 can of oysters
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, cut up the bacon into small pieces with scissors. Cook bacon until crispy, then remove excess grease, leaving only one tablespoon in the pan. Add 2 tablespoons of margarine, cubed potatoes, and 1/4 cup of chopped onion to the pan.
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Saute Potatoes and Onion: Saute the potatoes and onion in the bacon and butter mixture until they become soft and slightly golden.
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Add Flour: Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of flour over the sauteed potatoes and onion. Stir well to coat the potatoes and onion evenly with the flour.
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Add Liquid: Pour in the liquid from the canned oysters and corn. Stir well to combine all the ingredients and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
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Incorporate Oysters and Corn: After about 5 minutes of boiling, add the canned oysters and corn kernels to the saucepan. Season with salt, pepper, and minced garlic. Pour in 1 cup of milk and stir to combine.
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Simmer: Lower the temperature to a simmer and let the chowder cook for another 5 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent sticking.
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Check Potatoes: Make sure that the potatoes are cooked thoroughly and tender. If done, add chopped parsley for freshness and flavor.
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Serve: Ladle the hot chowder into bowls and garnish with additional parsley if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious homemade Oyster Chowder!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 370
- Total Fat: 16.8g
- Saturated Fat: 5.2g
- Cholesterol: 54.6mg
- Sodium: 283.9mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 41.7g
- Dietary Fiber: 4.1g
- Sugars: 3.8g
- Protein: 15.3g
This Oyster Chowder is a hearty and comforting dish, perfect for a quick and delicious meal. Packed with flavors from the bacon, potatoes, and tender oysters, it’s sure to become a favorite in your home. Plus, it’s low in cholesterol and can be prepared in less than 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. Give it a try and savor the warmth and satisfaction of homemade chowder! 🥣✨
