Italian Halibut Chowder

Total Time

1 Hour 30 Minutes

Servings

8

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 pounds halibut steaks, cubed
• 1 red pepper, chopped
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 stalks celery, chopped
• 3 cloves finely chopped garlic
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 cup tomato juice
• 1/2 cup apple juice
• 2 (16 ounce) cans whole peeled tomatoes, mashed
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/8 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

1. Sauté the peppers, celery, onion, and garlic in oil until tender.
2. Add the tomato juice or water, apple juice, mashed tomatoes, and herbs. Simmer for 30 minutes.
3. Add halibut pieces to the soup. Cook until halibut is done, about 30 minutes.
4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.