Crab & Clam Chowder

prep time:: 30 min
total time:: 1 hr

Makes 8 servings

A rich & creamy chowder that’s ready in no time!

ingredients

Two 6 oz. cans minced clams with juice
Two 6 oz. cans lump or flaked crab meat with juice if any
2 cans condensed cream of potato soup
2 bunches green onions cleaned & sliced, white & light green parts only
1/2 diced yellow bell pepper
3 stems fresh celery diced
1 tsp dried thyme leaves
1 tsp white pepper
1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
1/2 stick plus 1 Tblsp butter
1 Tblsp extra virgin olive oil
1 pint half & half
1 pint whole milk
1 can clam or chicken broth
1 6 to 8 oz.size can creamed corn

directions

In deep stock pot or dutch oven, add olive oil & 1 Tblsp of butter. Add green onions, celery & pepper & saute’ until tender, about 10 minutes. Add remaining ingredients & simmer on medium low for about 20 more minutes or so taking care not to boil or scorch the cream & milk.

Source: Geri