Steve Matava is in my Writers Guild. He's a prolific writer, has written 16 books. In his spare time, he makes fish chowder and chili and other specialties.

Steve's Fish Chowder

In a large pot, sauté until transparent
 
                        2 tablespoons olive oil
                        1 large onion, diced
                        1 green pepper, diced
                        3 stalks celery, sliced
                        2-3 cloves of garlic, chopped
 
            Add:    1 Large can crushed tomatoes
                        1 can water
                        3 beef boullion cubes
                        3 potatoes, peeled and diced
                        2 cans tuna fish, drained
                        2 cans clams, drained (any type)
 
            Spices to suit your taste
                     1/4 cup parsley
                        1 tablespoon oregano
                        1 tablespoon basil
                        Ssalt and pepper
                        hot pepper (optional)

Cook until thick. Steve says it usually takes about an hour.

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