Chunky Crab Chowder

Chunky Crab Chowder
 
Another awesome recipe from Dan's mom!
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Ingredients
  • 1 lb crab chunks
  • 1 c chopped sweet red pepper
  • ½ c chopped onion
  • ¼ t crushed basil leaves
  • 2 c shredded zucchini
  • 5 T butter
  • 4 T flour
  • 4 c milk
  • 1 c peas, cooked and drained
  • 1 c corn, cooked and drained
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 oz cream cheese, chunked
  • 1 c fresh tomatoes
Instructions
  1. Cut crab into bite sized chunks and set aside.
  2. In large pan, sauté red pepper, onion, and zucchini in butter until tender.
  3. Add basil, salt, and pepper. Stir to mix well.
  4. Stir in flour.
  5. Add milk slowly, stirring to blend well, until bubbly.
  6. Add peas, tomatoes, and corn. Cook 2 minutes. Tomatoes will be crunchy.
  7. Stir in cream cheese and crab.
  8. Heat slowly and stir gently until cream cheese is melted.