Dive into the rich history and bold flavors of San Francisco-style Cioppino Soup with this easy-to-follow recipe featuring Chilau Stew Base. Originally crafted by Italian-American fishermen in the Bay Area, Cioppino is a seafood lover's dream—a hearty soup made with a rich, flavorful broth and the freshest seafood.

This recipe adds a touch of Southern flair, thanks to Chilau Stew Base, which simplifies cooking with clean, flavorful ingredients. Perfect for customizing, you can swap out aromatics, veggies, or even liquids like wine, beer, or different stocks to make it your own. Experiment with seafood options like lobster, clams, oysters, or fresh fish for a unique twist!

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs Shrimp
• 1 lb Mussels
• 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
• 2 Cups Seafood Stock
• 1 Cup Chilau Stew Base
• 3 Medium Shallots, diced
• 1/2 Cup Chopped Chives
• 3/4 Cup Chopped Bell Peppers

Preparation

1. Sauté shallots, bell peppers, and chives in butter until tender.
2. Add crushed tomatoes, Chilau Stew Base, and seafood stock. Simmer gently to create a rich broth.
3. Taste the broth and adjust salt or seasonings as needed.
4. Add mussels and simmer until the shells begin to open.
5. Once mussels open, add shrimp and cook until shrimp turn pink and opaque.

Serve this soulful soup with crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the rich Southern-inspired broth—it’s the ultimate comfort food for seafood lovers.

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