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Nova Scotia Seafood Chowder

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A rich and creamy seafood chowder featuring fresh Nova Scotia lobster, clams, and haddock, blended with potatoes and herbs for a hearty and comforting meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb fresh haddock fillets, cut into chunks
  • 1/2 lb Nova Scotia lobster meat, chopped
  • 1/2 lb fresh clams, cleaned
  • 4 cups fish stock or clam juice
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, celery, and garlic; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in flour and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly to form a roux.
  3. Gradually whisk in fish stock and bring to a simmer.
  4. Add diced potatoes, bay leaf, and thyme; cook until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
  5. Add haddock chunks and clams; cook until fish is opaque and clams open, about 5-7 minutes. Discard any unopened clams.
  6. Stir in lobster meat and heavy cream; heat through gently without boiling.
  7. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  8. Remove bay leaf. Ladle chowder into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot.

Notes

For an extra smoky flavor, add a small amount of cooked bacon or smoked paprika. Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.

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