Chowder
 A seafood chowder prepared with shrimp and corn | |
| Type | Soup or stew |
|---|---|
| Main ingredients | Seafood or vegetables, often milk or cream |
| Variations | New England clam chowder, seafood chowder, corn chowder, potato chowder |
Chowder is a type of thick soup prepared with milk or cream, a roux, and seafood or vegetables. Oyster crackers or saltines may accompany chowders as a side item, and cracker pieces may be dropped atop the dish.
Common chowders include seafood chowder, which often consists of fish, clams, and other types of shellfish; lamb or veal chowder made with barley; corn chowder, which uses corn instead of clams; various fish chowders; and potato chowder, which is often made with cheese.