Creamy Mussel Chowder

Chowder is a traditional seafood soup that originated in North America, particularly in New England. It is known for its creamy and hearty texture, often made with ingredients like clams, fish, or mussels.

This is gluten free, high protein and non vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Creamy Mussel Chowder

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: American, European Courses: Lunch, Seafood, Soup Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Non Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 24 ounce Mussels
• 4 slice Bacon
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 2 medium Potatoes
• 2 stalk Celery
• 2 piece Bay leaves
• 2 sprig Thyme
• 2 cup Fish stock
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. Clean and debeard the mussels. Discard any mussels that are open or broken.
2. In a large pot, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon and set aside, leaving the bacon fat in the pot.
3. Add the onion, garlic, celery, and potatoes to the pot. Cook until the vegetables are softened.
4. Add the bay leaves, thyme, fish stock, and mussels to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes or until the mussels have opened.
5. Remove the mussels from the pot and set aside. Discard any mussels that did not open.
6. Remove the bay leaves and thyme sprigs from the pot. Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender.
7. Return the soup to the pot and stir in the heavy cream. Season with salt and black pepper.
8. Add the mussels back to the pot and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
9. Serve the creamy mussel chowder hot, garnished with the crispy bacon.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 30g10%

Sugars 5g

Protein 18g36%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.