Shrimp and Potato Chowder

Like I have said before, I am a soup junkie!  I love soup....anytime of year.  You will love this hearty soup.  You can also add crab meat or clams for a truly wonderful Clam Chowder.

Shrimp and Potato Chowder

2 Tbsp. real butter
2 green onions, finely diced
1 stalk of celery, finely diced
2 - 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into very very small cubes
4 cups water
1 can evaporated milk
1 Tbsp. ground pepper
2 Tbsp.. sea salt
15 to 20 medium shrimp, peeled, deveined and cut into thirds.

1/4 cup water + 2 heaping Tbsp. cornstarch for thickening

In sauce pan, add butter, green onion, celery, salt and pepper.  Saute' for about 5 minutes until celery starts to soften.  Add 4 cups of water and potato chunks.  Boil on high for about 10 to 12 minutes until potatoes start to become tender.  Reduce heat and add shrimp and 1 can of evaporated milk.  Stir to mix.  In separate bowl combine 1/4 cup water and 2 heaping Tbsp. cornstarch.  Beat together and pour into the pan.  Stir quickly and as soon as it starts to thicken remove from heat.

For clam chowder, add 1 can of crab meat (optional) and 1/2 cup of chopped clams. 

Serve and Enjoy!