Conch Chowder

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Chop 3 pounds of conch meat. Reserve some of the conch liquid.
Heat ¼ cup of lard in a soup kettle. Add the following and cook until tender.

1 cup chopped onion
2 stalks chopped celery
A few sprigs of parsley
Salt & Pepper to taste


Add 3 medium Potatoes, Dice small and cook a few minutes to brown sides of potatoes a bit. Add conch. Cut back heat and stir 2 tablespoons of flour into pans as a thickener. Add conch liquid and 2 quarts of milk. A little chicken broth will enhance flavor. Simmer for about an hour. Serve with soda crackers.

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Interesting.... here in the Bahamas we do it as they say in the States, "Manhattan style", which is with tomato not milk. Would also have more vegetables in it.