Spotted Trout Chowder

Recipe

• 1 ½ pounds spotted trout, skinless fillets, 1-inch pieces
• 3 tablespoons butter
• ½ cup chopped onions
• ½ cup chopped green onions, including tops
• 1 cup chopped celery
• ½ cup shredded carrots
• 3 tablespoons flour
• 32 ounces chicken broth
• ½ teaspoon dried thyme leaves
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon freshly ground white pepper
• 1 cup heavy cream
• ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley

In a large saucepan, melt butter.  Lightly sauté onions, green onions, celery and carrots.  Blend in flour. Stir in broth gradually. Add thyme, salt and pepper. Simmer over low heat for 10 minutes or until thoroughly heated.  Slowly stir in cream.  Add fish and simmer until done about 8 to 10 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Contributed by Joyce Taylor MM2