Cajun Scallop Chowder

Creamy chowder with scallops, vegetables, and Cajun spices. Serve with a loaf of French bread and butter. Great meal for a cool evening.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 355 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 ½ cups milk
• ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• ¾ cup chopped onion
• 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
• 1 (4 ounce) package sliced fresh mushrooms
• 1 (16 ounce) package mixed frozen vegetables ( broccoli, corn, red pepper)
• 1 pound scallops - rinsed, drained, and cut in half

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place the mixed vegetables in a pot with enough water to cover and bring to a boil until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

Melt the butter in a pot over medium-low heat; cook and stir the onion, garlic, mushrooms, and Cajun seasoning in the melted butter until the onion is tender, but not yet browned, about 5 minutes. Stir in the flour. Pour in the milk; cook and stir until thickened and beginning to bubble. Add the scallops, salt, and pepper; continue cooking until the scallops are opaque, 5 to 7 minutes. Fold the vegetables into the mixture and cook until the vegetables are reheated, 2 to 3 minutes. Serve immediately.