Florida Cracker Conch Chowder - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/4 lb bacon, chopped fine
2 onions, chopped
1 bunch green onion
2 garlic cloves, chopped
2 potatoes, chopped
3 cups water
2 lbs grouper, chopped (1 inch pieces)
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1/4 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups heavy cream
1 conch, chopped fine

Preparation

Saute bacon until just turning brown.
Add in onions, garlic and potatoes and cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add in water, grouper and spices and bring to a simmer. Cook 15 minutes, covered.
Add in conch and cook 5 more minutes. Serve warm with crackers.
Note: I like mine with a touch of hot sauce added to the bowl.