CREAMY SHRIMP AND TOMATO CHOWDER

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My husband loves this creamy chowder, and it's good for lunchtime or as a light dinner served with focaccia wedges or rolls. It's also super-quick to make and get on the table.

Provided by TasteTester

Categories     Chowders

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 stalks celery, chopped (1 cup)
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 tablespoon olive oil
29 ounces canned diced tomatoes with basil, garlic and oregano, undrained
8 ounces medium peeled cooked shrimp
1/2 cup whipped cream
1/2 cup water
black pepper
slivered fresh basil (optional)
focaccia bread or roll

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan cook celery and onion in hot oil just until tender. Stir in tomatoes; heat through. Add shrimp, whipping cream, and water. Cook over medium heat just until hot. Season to taste with pepper.
  • Ladle chowder into bowls; top with basil. Serve with foccacia wedges or rolls, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119.6, Fat 5.7, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 116.2, Sodium 154.2, Carbohydrate 4.3, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 2.1, Protein 12.5

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