Shelly's Recipe

FISHERMANS BAKE

Category: Fish and Seafood

2 ounces bacon, chopped
1 bunch scallions, thinly sliced
1 1/2 tbsp flour
1/2 cup clam juice
1 3/4 lbs baking potatoes, peeled and cut into cubes
3/4 cup heavy cream
Salt and pepper
6 oz cooked shrimp, peeled
3/4 lb tilapia fillets
2 1/4 cups crushed saltine crackers

Preheat the oven to 375. In a large pot, cook the bacon over medium heat until crisp; using a slotted spoon, transfer to a bowl. Add the scallions to the pot and cook until softened. Whisk in the flour and cook, whisking, for 2 minutes. Whisk in the clam juice and 2 cups water; bring to a boil. Add the potatoes and cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Stir in the heavy cream. Season with salt.

In an 8-inch square baking dish, arrange the shrimp and ladle the chowder on top, reserving 1/2 cup. Top with the tilapia; season with salt and pepper and pour the reserved chowder on top. Toss together the crackers and bacon; sprinkle on top. Bake until the fish is cooked through, about 15 minutes. Serves 4