Shrimp Chowder

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 large onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup (a half-stick) butter
  • 2 large potatoes, peeled and chopped
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 pound shrimp, cook, peeled, and chopped
  • Parsley
  • Pepper to taste

Sauté the onion in the butter in a large saucepan. Add the potatoes and water. Simmer until the potatoes are tender. Season with the salt and pepper.

Add the cheese and milk and cook until the cheese melts, being careful not to bring the chowder to a boil. Add the shrimp and simmer until the shrimp are warm. Add parsley to taste.

Makes four servings.

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