Salmon Chowder - Sterling Wild Salmon

Ingredients

• 4-6 servings
• 1 thawed whole side sockeye fillet (1.5 lb.)
• 1 tbsp old bay
• 4 tbsp butter
• 1 medium onion diced
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves diced
• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 6 cups chicken, fish, or vegetable broth (I prefer chicken)
• 1 bay leaf
• Couple sprigs of fresh thyme chopped
• 3 tbsp flour (add more flour if you want thicker chowder)
• 1.5 cups water
• 4 medium golden potatoes, cubed
• 1.5 cups heavy cream
• 1 package of bacon (optional)
• 1 cup of fresh/frozen corn (optional)