Crab-and-Corn Chowder
Crab-and-Corn Chowder might be a good recipe to expand your main course recipe box. This gluten free recipe serves 6. One serving contains 180 calories, 14g of protein, and 4g of fat. If you have corn kernels, lump crabmeat, potato, and a few other ingredients on hand, you can make it. To use up the olive oil you could follow this main course with the Sauteed Banana, Granolan and Yogurt Parfait as a dessert. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 45 minutes.
Instructions
Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add onions; saut 2 minutes or until tender.
Add corn and next 7 ingredients (corn through thyme sprig); bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 30 minutes or until potato is tender.
Combine cornstarch and evaporated milk in a small bowl; stir with a whisk.
Add cornstarch mixture to soup; simmer 5 minutes or until thick, stirring occasionally.
Add mushrooms and crab; remove thyme sprig. Ladle into soup bowls; sprinkle with chives, if desired.
Recommended wine: Chardonnay, Muscadet, Riesling
Chardonnay, Muscadet, and Riesling are my top picks for Shellfish. Buttery chardonnay is great for scallops, shrimp, crab, and lobster, while muscadet is a classic pick for mussels, oysters, and clams. If you've got some spice in your shellfish, a semi-dry riesling can balance out the heat. The Rochioli Estate Chardonnay with a 4.3 out of 5 star rating seems like a good match. It costs about 42 dollars per bottle.
Rochioli Estate Chardonnay
This wine is a fine example of the unique characteristics from the Rochioli property and the Russian River Valley. Aromas of ripe apple, tropical fruit, hazelnut and a touch of spice combine with the rich apple flavors and crisp acidity.