Creamy Fish Chowder
A comforting and flavorful chowder that makes use of expired fish chowder. Ensure the fish chowder is unopened, pasteurized, and safe to consume.
Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
30 minutes
Servings:
4
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 cups expired fish chowder
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup fish stock or vegetable broth
- 1 bay leaf
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until softened.
- Add the potatoes, expired fish chowder, milk, fish stock or vegetable broth, bay leaf, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
- Remove the bay leaf from the pot. Using a blender or immersion blender, puree half of the soup until creamy.
- Return the soup to the pot and add the frozen corn. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and cook for another 2 minutes, until heated through.
- Serve the creamy fish chowder hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
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⚠️Difficulty level: medium
Fish and Vegetable Stew
A hearty and nutritious stew that utilizes expired fish chowder. Make sure the fish chowder is unopened, properly stored, and safe to consume.
Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
30 minutes
Servings:
6
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups expired fish chowder
- 2 cups fish stock or vegetable broth
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 pound white fish fillets, cut into chunks
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, celery, and red bell pepper. Sauté until the vegetables are tender.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in the expired fish chowder, fish stock or vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, dried thyme, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes.
- Add the frozen peas and fish chunks to the pot. Simmer for another 10 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through.
- Serve the fish and vegetable stew hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Note: Discard any expired fish chowder that has an off smell or appearance. Always ensure proper storage and handling of expired foods.
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⚠️Difficulty level: medium
Fish Chowder Casserole
A delicious and comforting casserole made with commercially canned or bottled unopened fish chowder that is slightly past its expiration date.
Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
30 minutes
Servings:
6
Ingredients
- 2 cans of commercially canned or bottled unopened fish chowder
- 1 cup diced potatoes
- 1/2 cup chopped onions
- 1/2 cup sliced carrots
- 1/2 cup frozen corn
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the onions, carrots, and potatoes. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the milk and flour until smooth.
- Pour the milk mixture into the skillet with the vegetables.
- Add the fish chowder, frozen corn, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
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⚠️Difficulty level: medium