Fennel Fish Stew

Stew, soup, or chowder? I’m not sure what to call it, but it was really good…and super simple to make. In a large pot with a bit of olive oil, sauté a chopped fennel and a minced shallot until soft. Add three minced garlic cloves, a quarter teaspoon of black pepper, and half a pound of small red potatoes cut into ¼” slices. 

Stir for a couple of minutes, add two cups of fish or clam stock, then bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are tender. Add a quarter cup of crème fraiche or heavy cream and a pound and a half of flounder, cod, or haddock, cut into one inch pieces. Turn the heat to low, cover, and then simmer for a five minutes until the fish is cooked through. Salt and garnish with chopped parsley or dill.