CRAB N CHEDDAR CHOWDER

Crab N Cheddar Chowder image

Provided by Tammy Brownlow

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 lb crab claw meat, steamed
1/2 c sweet mini peppers, finely diced
1 stalk(s) celery, finely diced
1 medium carrot, peeled and finely diced
1/2 c broccoli, chopped
1/2 c onion, finely diced
1/4 c flour
3 c half and half, separated
1 c water
1 1/2 c finely shredded velveeta cheese (the one they sell pre-shredded)
1 1/2 c finely shredded sharp cheddar cheese (i used sargentos 5 state blend)
white pepper to taste
1/4 tsp paprika
dash(es) freshly grated nutmeg to taste
GARNISH
2 slice applewood smoked bacon, cooked and diced
green onion, julienned pieces

Steps:

1. In a large stockpot add water, sweet peppers, onion, carrot, celery, and broccoli. Simmer on medium- high until boiling. Boil for 5 minutes.
2. In a bowl combine 1 cup of half and half with flour. Whisk until combined.
3. Reduce heat to medium on veggies. Add half and half and flour mixture. Stir until thickened. Cook one minute longer.
4. Add remaining 2 cups of half and half. After another minute add cheeses alternating about a 1/4 of a cup at a time until incorporated.
5. Add spices and stir. Add crab and taste for seasoning. Garnish as desired. Enjoy!