Bermuda Fish Chowder 2 (The Reefs, Southamton, Bermuda)

Directions

1. 1

   1 1/2 lb Grouper, Wahoo, or other -firm fish Celery, onion, carrot, -and leek, cut rough to -make stock Bay leaf, peppercorns, thyme 1 ea Ca

2. 2

   water add whole fish plus vegetables and herbs for stock

3. 3

   Bring to a boil, skimming off any scum from surface

4. 4

   Let simmer for 20 to 25 minutes

5. 5

   While it is cooking, dice the rest of the vegetables to 1/2"

6. 6

   Strain and set aside both the stock and the fish

7. 7

   When fish are cool, remove skin and discard, then remove and set aside all meat from fish carcasses

8. 8

   In the cleaned stockpot melt the butter and add the diced vegetables