Get the latest recipes from Foodfiend http://www.grouprecipes.com/people/foodfiend This recipe should make approximately 3-4gal of chowder. Keep in mind that chowder is like chili; it's never the same twice, everyone makes it a different way, and there isn't a wrong way to make it (unless you put mushrooms in it). This is my way. Suggestions: -Beer -Oyster crackers -Red Faced Screaming Monkey Sauce (kick it up a notch!) -Parmesan cheese (real good when it gets gooey on hot chowder) -Making chowder is a great Fall activity -Don't add mushrooms you'll ruin it -How about zuchinni? -If you have a turkey frier, use the burner from it and a stock pot that fits. Cook outside! http://www.grouprecipes.com/101809/beef-and-chicken-firehall-style-chowder.html I can't say that this fits any particular cuisine. It is one of my favorite winter meals with a salad and some crusty Italian bread. It smells great when I walk in the door after work, after cooking all day in the crockpot. http://www.grouprecipes.com/80384/bacon-wrapped-meatballs.html