Fishbox

Fisherman’s Chowder

Ingredients

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  • 6 slices OSCAR MAYER Bacon, chopped
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 1 large carrot, chopped
  • 2 cups fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 large potato, diced
  • ½ cup (1/2 of 8-oz. tub) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese Spread
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 pkg. (12 oz.) frozen cod fillets, thawed, drained and cut into 2-inch pieces

Directions

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  • Step 1COOK bacon in large saucepan until crisp, stirring occasionally. Use slotted spoon to remove bacon from pan, reserving 1 Tbsp. drippings in pan. Drain bacon on paper towels.
  • Step 2ADD next 3 ingredients to drippings in pan; cook on medium heat 12 to 14 min. or until vegetables are crisp-tender, stirring occasionally. Add broth and potatoes; bring to boil. Cover; simmer 10 to 12 min. or until potatoes are tender.
  • Step 3ADD cream cheese spread; cook, uncovered, 2 to 3 min. or until melted, stirring frequently. Add milk, fish and bacon; stir. Bring to boil, stirring frequently. Cook 3 to 4 min. or until fish flakes easily with fork.
  • Step 4Serving SuggestionServe with PREMIUM Saltine Crackers or PREMIUM Soup & Oyster Crackers.
  • Step 5Special ExtraAdd a few dashes hot pepper sauce with the milk, bacon and fish. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley just before serving.