Alaskan Halibut Chowder


	Alaskan Halibut Chowder



	Ingredients -

	4 ounces diced Bcon 1 large Oion, chopped 6 cups Fish Stock 4 Potatoes, peeled and diced 1 cup diced Celery 1 pound Alaska Halibut, cut into 1-inch cubes 2 tablespoon All-Purpose Flour 1/2 teaspoon Sugar 3 tablespoons Water 2 1/2 cups Light Cream or Half-and-Half 1 teaspoon Salt 1/4 teaspoon Ground White Pepper

	Preparation:
	In large stockpot, sauté bacon until lightly browned; drain excess fat. Add onions and cook until onions are tender. Add stock, potatoes and celery; bring to boil. Cover and reduce to simmer; cook until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes. Stir in halibut and cook 5 minutes. Combine flour and sugar; whisk in water. Stir into stock mixture and cook until thickened. Stir in cream; bring to boil and cook 3 minutes longer. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with chopped chives or parsley.