A new year ....a new blog and some Salmon Chowder

I've been doing a lot of thinking about what I want for the new year. I want simple things, to spend more time with my family, to save money, to eat healthier, to expand my cooking skills.  I can do all of that by making dinner for my family every day.  It seems a bit daunting right now....365 days....all in the kitchen. I'll forgive myself if I miss a day here and there. If anyone starts reading  this blog the fear of public humliation will help keep me in the kitchen anyway.

I am sure the days will fly by and I'll have a really neat blog cookbook to look back on at the end of next year.

Happy 2011!

I made this chowder the other day. We have been having a lot of wet, cold weather. Being from California I just don't know how to deal with it, other than to stay inside and make soup.

Salmon Chowder

1 (15 oz.) can salmon, drained and any bones/skin removed

1 lg. onion, chopped

2 stalks celery, chopped

1 green pepper, chopped

1 clove garlic, minced

6 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed

4 carrots, sliced

2 (15 oz) cans creamed corn

Seasoning salt to taste

Black pepper to taste

1 (15 oz) can chicken broth, divided

½ tsp dill weed

1 (12 oz) can evaporated milk

In a pot over low heat, mix together ½ C. broth with the onion, celery, green pepper, and garlic. Cook until vegetables are tender. Add remaining broth, potatoes, carrots, seasoning salt and dill. Cook over med. Heat 20-30 minutes or until the potatoes and carrots are tender. Add evaporated milk, creamed corn and salmon, gently stir. Season with pepper to taste. Serve when heated through.