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Nova Scotia Seafood Chowder

Nova Scotia Seafood Chowder
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Nova Scotia Seafood Chowder is a comforting and flavorful dish that captures the essence of the Atlantic with every spoonful. This creamy chowder combines tender haddock, succulent shrimp, and sweet scallops with fresh vegetables in a rich broth seasoned with aromatic thyme. Perfect for cozy gatherings or a warming family dinner, this chowder is not only easy to make but also a surefire crowd-pleaser. Serve it alongside crusty bread or a crisp salad for a complete meal that celebrates the bounty of the sea.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large potato, peeled and diced
  • 4 cups seafood stock or fish stock
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 pound haddock fillets, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup scallops, halved if large
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Sauté the onion, carrots, and celery until softened (about 5–7 minutes).
  2. Stir in the garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  3. Add the diced potato, seafood stock, thyme, and bay leaf; bring to a gentle simmer. Cook until potatoes are tender (15–20 minutes).
  4. Remove the bay leaf; stir in heavy cream and milk until heated through (do not boil).
  5. Gently fold in haddock, shrimp, and scallops; cook until seafood is opaque (5–7 minutes).
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.

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