Italian Halibut Chowder

A great soup for a dinner party, Italian Halibut Chowder is seasoned with traditional Italian herbs. The halibut swims in a tomato-based stock with red peppers, onions and celery. Delicious garnished with parmesan cheese.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 1 hr 10 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
• Calories: 262 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 cup tomato juice
• ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
• ¼ cup olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 3 stalks celery, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 2 ½ pounds halibut steaks, cubed
• ½ cup apple juice
• 2 (16 ounce) cans whole peeled tomatoes, mashed
• ½ teaspoon dried basil
• ⅛ teaspoon dried thyme

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Saute the peppers, celery, onion, and garlic in oil until tender. Add the tomato juice or water, apple juice, mashed tomatoes, and herbs. Simmer for 30 minutes.

Step 2

Add halibut pieces to the soup. Cook until halibut is done, about 30 minutes. Salt and pepper to taste.