This simple yet flavorful corn and crab chowder can be prepared in a jiffy. A chicken curry variation is just as easy and tasty. Leftovers make a great casserole or au gratin the next day.
Ingredients
- 1 medium russet potato , peeled and cubed
- 5 slices bacon , diced
- 0.5 medium onion , chopped
- 1 can crab meat , 6 ounce
- 0.5 teaspoons parsley flakes
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 0.33 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cups dry white wine , Optional
- 1 cube chicken bouillon
- 1.5 cups milk
- 1 can creamed corn , 15 ounce
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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1
Wrap potato cubes in plastic wrap; microwave on high for 30 seconds. Set aside.
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2
Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until browned, 7 to 10 minutes. Add onions; cook and stir until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in crab meat and parsley flakes. Remove from the heat.
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3
While the bacon is cooking, melt butter in a large stockpot over low heat. Whisk in flour until mixture becomes creamy and takes on an eggshell color. Continue to cook and stir for 3 more minutes. Stir in wine.
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4
Dissolve chicken bouillon in milk; whisk mixture into the stockpot until no lumps remain. Cook until creamy and heated through. Stir in bacon-crab mixture, potatoes, and creamed corn; season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
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