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Add the diced onion, celery, and carrot. Saute for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables have softened.","group":"Sauté","title":"In a large pot, melt the butter","timerMinutes":7,"sourceTitle":"Sauté"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir constantly for 2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste, creating a light roux.","group":"Thickening","title":"Sprinkle the flour","timerMinutes":2,"sourceTitle":"Thickening"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Gradually pour in the fish stock while whisking or stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Add the cubed potatoes, thyme, and bay leaf.","group":"Simmer","title":"Gradually pour in the fish stock while whisking or stirring constantly","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Simmer"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. 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If you have fresh fish stock, it makes a significant difference, but a high-quality store-bought bouillon also works well.","cuisine":{"group":"Western European","specific":["British","Irish","French"]},"course":["soup","main"],"cookingMethod":["simmer","saute"],"equipment":["large pot","whisk","chef's knife","cutting board"],"diet":["pescatarian"],"allergens":["milk","fish","shellfish","wheat","gluten"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":4,"unit":"bowl","note":""},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The base (up to adding the cream) can be made a day ahead. Reheat gently before adding seafood."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container. 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