Shrimp Chowder

By danyell923

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 small yellow onion, diced small
• 2 cups corn kernels (from 3 ears), cobs reserved
• 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces (5 cups)
• Salt and pepper
• 5 cups whole milk
• 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil leaves, plus more for serving
• Crusty bread (optional)

Preparation

Step 1

Directions

In a medium pot, melt butter over medium. Add onion and saute until translucent, about 6 minutes. Stir in corn kernels and potatoes; season with salt and pepper. Add milk, 1 cup water, and corncobs. Increase heat to medium-high and bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook until potatoes are tender when pierced with a knife, about 8 minutes. Add shrimp and cook until opaque throughout, 3 to 5 minutes. Discard cobs and stir in basil. Divide among bowls and top with more basil. Serve with bread if desired.