BASIC SEAFOOD CHOWDER
8 oz. fresh or frozen fish fillets, canned clams or oysters may be substituted
2 tbsp. chopped onion
1 tsp. melted fat or oil
1/2 c. diced potatoes
1/2 c. boiling water
1/4 tsp. salt
Dash of pepper
2/3 c. milk
1 tbsp. water
2 tsp. flour
Paprika
Thaw frozen fillets. Skin fillets and cut into 1 inch pieces. Cook onion in fat until tender. Add potatoes, water, salt, pepper, and fish. Cover and simmer about 15 minutes (until potatoes are tender). Add milk; heat. Stir water and flour together until smooth. Add to milk mixture and cook until thick and smooth, stirring constantly. Sprinkle with paprika. Serves 2.
