Walleye Chowder

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The walleye is a member of the perch family and the perch is without a doubt the sweetest tasting freshwater fish there is. This recipe is from an old fishing magazine i found years ago and is one of the best fish chowders i've ever eaten. If you love walleye you have to try it.

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Steps

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In a large saucepan , saute bacon until crisp.

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Remove , drain , crumble bacon.

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Set aside.

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Remove bacon fat from pan , leaving one tablespoon in pan.

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Add celery and onion to pan.

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Saute until tender.

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Sprinkle with flour , stirring constantly.

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Cook 3 minutes.

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Add potatoes , stock , wine and bay leaf.

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Simmer until potatoes are barely soft.

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Add all remaining ingredients.

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Cook until the walleye is just tender.

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Do not overcook.

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Sprinkle crumbled bacon over the top and serve.

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Ingredients

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bacon, onion, celery, flour, potatoes, white wine, fish stock, milk, green pepper, red pepper, frozen corn, bay leaf, salt, pepper, walleyed pike fillet