Sylvia's Shrimp and Scallop Chowder

By á-43824

This is easy to make and full of flavor. Perfect for warming up on those cold weather days!

Ingredients

• 1 pound shrimp (uncooked)
• 1 pound scallops (uncooked)
• 1 stick butter (divided)
• 2 celery stalks (chopped)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1/2 small onion (chopped)
• 16 oz. package of frozen mixed vegetables
• 1 – 2 teaspoons Cajun Powder
• 1 – 2 tablespoons Old Bay Seasoning
• 4 tablespoons flour
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 2 – 3 cups milk

Details

Preparation time 15mins
Cooking time 30mins
Adapted from myfrugalwife.com

Preparation

Step 1

Step 1 – Shrimp and Scallops
Melt ½ stick of butter
Add shrimp and scallops
Add 1- 2 teaspoons Cajun Powder
Cook until shrimp and scallops are completely cooked
Set aside.
Step 2 – Chowder
Melt ½ stick butter in a large deep pot.
Add flour and cook until light brown
Add celery, garlic and onion
Add Old Bay Seasoning and cook until medium brown
Add 2 cups Chicken Broth and stir constantly for a minute
Add 2 cups of milk and keep stirring about a minute
Add frozen vegetables, continue stirring about a minute
Add the shrimp and scallops (including remaining butter)
The consistency should be that of a soup so if it is too thick, add more milk as needed.