Halibut Chowder

Ingredients

 * 2 lb halibut thawed if necessary
 * 1/2 cup finely-chopped onions
 * 1/2 cup finely-chopped green peppers
 * 1/2 cup finely-chopped celery
 * 1/2 cup finely-chopped carrots
 * 6 tbl butter or margarine divided
 * 3 cup chicken broth
 * 3/4 tsp salt
 * 1/2 tsp freshly-ground white pepper
 * 2 cup milk
 * 3 tbl flour
 * 2 1/2 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
 * 1 tbl minced parsley

Directions

 * Remove skin and bones from halibut
 * Cut into bite-sized pieces.
 * Saute vegetables in 3 tablespoons butter.
 * Add halibut, chicken broth, salt and pepper.
 * Simmer, covered for 5 minutes.
 * Add milk and heat gently.
 * Combine remaining 3 tablespoons butter with flour and add to chowder.
 * Cook and stir until slightly thickened.
 * Add cheese/
 * Sprinkle with parsley.