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CRAB AND CORN CHOWDER

 

 
INGREDIENTS

1 tbsp. olive oil
2 tbsp. unsalted butter
2 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced
2 celery ribs, diced
1 medium onion, diced (about 1 cup)
1 small red bell pepper, diced
1 bay leaf, whole
1 tsp. freshly ground pepper
1 tbsp. Old Bay Seasoning
3 tbsp. all-purpose flour
2 c. fat-free low sodium chicken or vegetable broth
1 qt. 1% milk
3 c. white sweet corn kernels, fresh or frozen (preferably fresh)
8 oz. fresh lump blue crab meat
RECIPE

  • Heat olive oil and butter in Dutch oven over moderate heat until butter melts.
  • Add the vegetables one at a time as you chop them going down the list (very important to go in order).
  • Add bay leaf, pepper and Old Bay. Stir, cover and let cook for 5 minutes.
  • Add flour, stirring constantly to coat and dissolve, about 2 minutes.
  • Add broth, stir to combine, and remove any lumps.
  • Add milk and stir.
  • Bring up to a gentle bubble, add corn and crab. Let cook for about 10 minutes, then enjoy!
 

SERVING SUGGESTION

SERVING SIZE:
 1½ cups

NUMBER OF SERVINGS:
 6

NUTRITION FACTS
 
Calories  380

Total Fat 10 g

Sodium 630mg

Total Carbohydrates 52 g

Fiber 5 g

Protein 23 g
 

This information is for educational purposes only. It does not replace the advice of your physician. If you have any medical concerns or issues, contact your physician.