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Creamy Lobster and Scallop Chowder for Cozy Nights In Recipe

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This Creamy Lobster Scallop Chowder is a luxurious and comforting seafood soup perfect for cozy nights in. Combining tender lobster meat, succulent scallops, and smoky turkey bacon in a rich, velvety broth enhanced with potatoes, aromatic vegetables, and fresh herbs, this chowder offers a delightful and hearty meal that’s both elegant and satisfying.

Ingredients

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Seafood

  • 1 lb Lobster meat (fresh, cooked)
  • 1 lb Scallops (plump, translucent)

Meat

  • 4 slices Turkey Bacon (or Chicken Ham)

Vegetables & Aromatics

  • 1 medium Onion (diced)
  • 2 stalks Celery (diced)
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 2 medium Potatoes (diced, Russet or Yukon gold)

Liquids & Seasonings

  • 4 cups Seafood Stock (or Chicken Broth)
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream (or Half-and-Half)
  • 2 leaves Bay Leaves (remove before serving)
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Herbs (Thyme or Parsley)
  • Salt (to taste)
  • Black Pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Prep Ingredients: Begin by chopping all vegetables including onion, celery, and potatoes into diced pieces. Mince the garlic and prepare the seafood by ensuring the lobster meat is cooked and scallops are clean and ready to cook.
  2. Sauté Bacon: Heat a large pot over medium heat and add the chopped turkey bacon or chicken ham. Cook until crispy and browned, about 5 to 7 minutes, which will release smoky flavors that form the flavor base for the chowder.
  3. Cook Aromatics: To the pot with the crispy bacon, add diced onions, celery, and minced garlic. Sauté these ingredients until softened and fragrant, approximately 5 to 7 minutes, which will deepen the chowder’s flavor.
  4. Add Potatoes & Stock: Stir in the diced potatoes and pour in the seafood stock or chicken broth so the potatoes are fully covered. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 15 to 20 minutes until the potatoes are tender but not mushy.
  5. Incorporate Cream: Reduce heat slightly and stir in the heavy cream or half-and-half to create a rich base. Add the bay leaves, fresh herbs such as thyme, and season with salt and pepper. Allow the chowder to simmer gently to meld the flavors without boiling vigorously.
  6. Add Seafood: Gently fold in the lobster meat and scallops. Continue simmering until scallops turn opaque and are cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes, ensuring the seafood remains tender and succulent.
  7. Serve: Remove the bay leaves before serving. Ladle the chowder into bowls and garnish with additional fresh herbs like parsley. Serve warm and enjoy this creamy, comforting seafood dish perfect for chilly evenings.

Notes

  • Use fresh seafood for best flavor and texture.
  • Substitute turkey bacon with chicken ham or regular bacon if preferred.
  • Russet and Yukon gold potatoes both work well; Yukon gold yields a creamier texture.
  • Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper according to taste.
  • For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
  • Do not overcook scallops to avoid rubbery texture.
  • Bay leaves should always be removed before serving as they are tough and unpleasant to eat.

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