Tuesday, October 15, 2013

Scallops and Corn Chowder

Makes 4 servings............ 5 slices bacon, cut into small diced pieces ............. 1-1/2 pounds sea scallops (about 16) patted dry............. 3/4 teaspoon ground kosher salt.............. 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper ............ 1 small onion , thinly sliced into half moons ........... 1/2 pound Yukon potatoes , peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice............ 1/2 1/2 cup dry white wine .............. 1 cup chicken broth.............. 1/2 cup heavy cream............. **Kernels from 2 ears of corn (about 1 cup)**....... 1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley............ ...........In a large skillet over medium heat cook bacon until crisp , about 5 minutes . Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels . You should have about 2 tablespoons of bacon dripping ; if necessary , supplement with olive oil . Increase heat to medium high . Season the scallops with salt and pepper and cook , working in batches until golden brown , about 2 minutes on each side . Transfer to plate . Add the onions to the drippings in a skillet and cook until translucent , about 5minutes , add the potatoes , wine, broth and cream, cover partially and reduce heat . Simmer gently until the potatoes are tender , about 20minutes . Add the scallops and corn and simmer gently 4 minutes . Sprinkle with parsley and bacon....... TIP: Scallops lend a lovely sweetness to this chowder, but they're relatively expensive . You can use shrimp or any firm fish , such as cod or halibut .

14 comments:

  1. I love this dish, it looks so delish I will have to try this for sure, and the photo of it is a big wow, Thanks for sharing this great dish...Phyllis

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  2. Hi Phyllis , it time for comfort food , try the chowder , I promise you won't be disappointed , thanks for stopping by :)

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  3. This looks so yummy! That's definitely lovely comfort food.

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    1. Hi Medeja , it has a wonderful flavor , I use cod a lot in this recipe , thanks for stopping by :)

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  4. Hi Nee!

    I can't tell you the last time I had scallops. I refuse to buy them here in PA. But that's not to say I sure wouldn't love this dish! I may have to come down there for a taste testing, OR, buy some Cod, lol...

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    1. H Louise ,
      Cod or shrimp is just as good in this recipe , some time I find scallops on sale at Sam's Club , I mostly use cod or shrimp . Let me know because I'm hiding out , this is canning and freezing time ; D) . Thanks for stopping by .

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  5. Mmm scallops and corn chowder... the name itself is already very delicious!

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  6. Hi Jasline , it's a quick comfort food for the busy days thanks for stopping by :)

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  7. Hi Nee,

    I need 2 bowls of your delicious soup, please!!! - LOL!

    Zoe

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    1. Hi Zoe , I make extra because company may drop in , thanks for stopping by :)

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  8. Dear Nee- looks delicious. I love scallops. A great comfort soup dish to try. Thanks for sharing. Blessings. Dottie :)

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    1. Good morning Dottie , it's very tasty , you can also use cod and shrimp, thanks for dropping by :).

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  9. I just finished dinner and now I am hungry again. Being in Savannah, I would definitely be using shrimp. We have great Georgia shrimp.
    xoGinger

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    1. Hi Ginger , I agree you have great shrimp , that's where we get a lot of our shrimp , because of the BP oil spill in the Gulf . Thanks for stopping by :)

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