"Most modern fish chowders are so rich with cream that you can hardly taste the fish. We wanted a chowder with a delicate, clean-tasting broth. We started by gently poaching flaky cod in water flavored with salt pork, onions, and herbs, which created a quick fish stock. To this stock we… read more..."
INGREDIENTS
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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2 onions, cut into 1/2-inch dice
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4 ounces salt pork, rind removed, rinsed, and cut into 2 pieces
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1 1/2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme
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Salt and pepper
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1 bay leaf
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5 cups water
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2 pounds skinless cod fillets, sliced crosswise into 6 equal pieces
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1 1/2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice
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2 cups whole milk
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1 tablespoon cornstarch