🐟🦀 Ron's Attempt at Fish Stew |1751 First Ever Chowder Recipe| LIVE CHAT

After a firey pumpkin carving contest Justines pumpkin has won in the polls. Now the loser/Ron must choose a historical recipe and cook it on his own while Justine sits back and watches. Naturally the man who hates seafood has chosen a seafood recipe. Ron has found the oldest American recorded recipe for chouder/chowder, posted in the Boston Evening Post Newspaper on September 23, 1751. Justine will be grading Ron on his interpretation and taste of this dish so stick around to see was she says. :)
Join this channel to get access to perks:
/ @frontierpatriot

[@frontierpatriot]

Heres the recipe incase you'd like to try it :) First lay some Onions to keep the Pork from burning, Because in Chouder there can be no turning; Then lay some Pork in Slices very thin, Thus you in Chouder always must begin. Next lay some Fish cut crossways very nice Then season well with Pepper, Salt, and Spice; Parsley, Sweet-Marjoram, Savory and Thyme; Then Biscuit next which must be soak'd some Time. Thus your Foundation laid, you will be able To raise a Chouder, high as Tower of Babel; For by repeating o're the Same again, You may make Chouder for a thousand Men. Last Bottle of Claret, with Water eno' to smother 'em, You'll have a Mess which some call Omnium gather 'em.

[@milliealger3539]

Thank you. Did either of you get ill from the fish

[@andy1esp105]

Sounds good to me. Maybe adjust the time to under 20 min if the fish is supposed to be white.

[@marioreali5925]

​@@andy1esp105red wine makes it brown. Use white

[@milliealger3539]

I was concerned! I like your podcast so I was worried. I didn't mean to offend I just cared! My mistake.

[@user-by4pv4hc5s]

Mmm? Pork and fish never try those two meats together but I’m a big eater and I’ll try anything

[@GLD-hopeful]

😂 LOVED Ron's face when he tasted the fish. Priceless

[@ChristyWerpy-sl5oq]

I'm laughing so hard! Oh Ron, you killed it! "That's disgusting" ...oh Justine "why do I think like I'm eating something from another planet?!" Oh WOW! The comedy in this is hilarious! Even MishMish couldn't get out of the cabin fast enough...poor kitty...maybe the chicken will eat it. So stinkin' funny😂

[@holder1971]

Alien ass stew...

[@gma5587]

That was fun! A reversal of rolls. Let's have Ron cook more often. The presentation was good 👍🏻

[@seasonliving6916]

I think the fish might be over cooked, it doesn't take long to cook fish and I think you said you gave it extra time. This would make the fish tough and rubbery.

[@brendamartini2165]

Yep. Definitely overcooked.

[@pjb2773]

Frankly, I can't imagine putting red wine in chowder. The fact that it was at all edible is surprising.

[@VeiledDancer]

Traditionally, sherry or a port wine is used in seafood chowder.

[@sierrastanley3109]

Ron's really going to be FLOUNDERING in this one 😂

[@frontierpatriot]

:D haha

[@joanfrances8570]

ROFL!!!

[@livingdeadchick666]

Hahahah love it

[@robertpearson8798]

He did swimmingly, even with people carping at him.

[@cindychoe92]

I'm currently watching this segment to help me cope with the loss of my father. He passed away two days ago. When I saw the shot of pork belly, it reminded me of Korean barbecue he enjoyed. If there's any good memory I could remember is when he saw me doing a pop surreal charcoal drawing for art assignment. It happened in my 20s during community college years. He was amazed, he finally understood why I love art. May God provide him and mom (she passed away in 2017) comfortable healing, good care, and good support in His Holy hands as they need it more than my siblings and I. Amen.

[@ciaraf4158]

I thought Ron didn’t like fish. I think Ron looks precious with the glasses and wig on 😂😂

[@tracysmith7935]

Thus, the punishment is cooking for losing the pumpkin carving contest.

[@janethoff72]

Manhattan clam chowder has a tomato broth. I’m a New Englander and there’s nothing better than a bowl of creamy Chowdah after a Autumn walk along the rocky coast of Maine.

[@midwestproductreviews7360]

The look on Rons face was priceless with the first bite.

[@debbiecrouch709]

Even the Cat doth Protest 🤣🤣🤣. Gotta say it looked like something the Alaskans feed their sled dogs. Brave souls you are 🤢 that’s why we love you’s!

[@theoneandonly1158]

So yes, the pork needs to be very thin like bacon. The fish, needs to be cut crosswise. So you can bite it. You added to much water. Why, because if everything was cut small, you wouldn't need so much water to cover everything. (The super thick pork and fish 😂) Fish that thick loses its texture. So I essence you made it like a rubber boot. 😂 I'm so glad for Justine that you made this. Now you men can see how hard it is too cook. It's not just slapping things together and boiling😂. 😂😂😂 Plus Ron learned something too. Next time you ask Justine, "I'm hungry, or where's some food?". You'll think of this and you'll calm right down. 😂😂😂❤❤❤

[@Jade_902]

I can’t wait! Looks like Justine’s mad cooking skills are rubbing off on Ron 😊

[@painparty7937]

Maybe, but he's nowhere near as fun to watch in the kitchen as the lovely Justine is. 😊

[@ThinWhiteAxe]

I think he did used to be a line cook in a restaurant

[@colorvision7]

Nice to see you on the Townsends live stream! They don't know what they're missing by not having you two on.

[@frontierpatriot]

tell em! :)

[@colorvision7]

@@frontierpatriot I have, many times. I 😪

[@frontierpatriot]

thankyou@@colorvision7

[@tiffanyi5645]

So have I! That pretty much is the only thing I comment on his videos for like the last year now! Lol

[@colorvision7]

@@tiffanyi5645 haha, me too. And some other guy named Ron always agrees with me in the chat.

[@joanfrances8570]

Ron looks like the spitting image of Ben Franklin in this episode's title picture!

[@ThinWhiteAxe]

yes

[@midwestproductreviews7360]

Ron's inpersonation of Benjamin Franklin.🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣SOundes liike this should be fun to watch.

[@anileve00]

This was amazing. I'm laughing so hard. Kudos to Ron for doing this and trying the fish.

[@ThinWhiteAxe]

I love this 😂 more Ron cooking, please... maybe not rhyming fish receipts next time?

[@51lcavanagh]

Fish Chowder Adapted from the 1751 poem "Directions for Making a Chouder" Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes Total time: 35 minutes Ingredients ½ white onion, sliced 9 ounces hardtack (see note) 5 slices bacon, halved One pound firm white fish, in 2-inch slices ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon pepper 1 teaspoon dried marjoram 1 teaspoon dried parsley 1 teaspoon dried thyme 2 cups red wine Water Instructions Spread the sliced onion in the bottom of a heavy pot. Sprinkle the sliced fish with salt, pepper, and the dried herbs. Start layering! Lay four slices of the bacon over the onions, then a layer of fish, and finally, some pieces of hardtack. Follow with another layer of bacon, more fish, and hardtack, until you run out of ingredients. Pour the wine over the layers along with enough water to just cover the ingredients, and set the pot on a stove. Cook on medium heat for about 20 minutes. The hardtack will absorb most of the liquid, so keep an eye out for any scorching. Take the pot off the stove, and check to make sure the fish is done. Serve immediately in bowls. Notes and Tips Recipes for old-fashioned hardtack abound online, as do ways to buy it. The amount of liquid your hardtack will absorb may vary, but it should be soft before eating. The photo that accompanied the recipe looks the same as Ron’s efforts. www.atlasobscura.com/articles/history-of-chowder

[@peggysuemerryman1829]

🤣🤣🤣the look on Ron's face!! Priceless🤣🤣🤣💕🌹

[@pamweese4724]

Fish gets mushy when overcooked. I tuned in at the end but my guess of why the fish turned brown may have been a reaction to the pan it was cooked in or maybe the red wine. Try white if you ever make it again.

[@phoebedigs1356]

That’s what I was thinking too.

[@michellejohnson9202]

Ron's face after trying the fish! OMG! Too funny!!

[@oceanwave9316]

Best part was Ron's face eating the fish pure class 😂 No I wouldn't try this recipe at home but thanks anyway ❤

[@TheRealJules]

LOL! Ron’s face when eating the fish was classic!

[@Seddighah]

Ooooooh fish stew, wow I really didn’t expect Ron to make fish!!!! He hates fish 😂😂😂 now I wanna know the motivation behind this decision 🤔😄

[@terryt.1643]

I think it is because he lost the pumpkin carving contest… 🎃 but I’m hoping for a tasty chowder, perfect for a chilly day. 🎣 👍👍

[@Seddighah]

@@terryt.1643 that’s right but I thought he could choose what he would cook and I didn’t expect fish😁 I like fish in all forms of except when it’s stewed 😅 I feel like it gets more fishy in stew style

[@Pokey-vq4kn]

You guys are so cute together!!! I just love it!!!

[@Sid_n_poke-hj9rm]

I knew Ron wasn’t exaggerating about the smell when Mishmish said “get me outta here!” 😂 Mishmish did not want that Fishfish.

[@VeiledDancer]

😂😂

[@lanilani1418]

Yeah the fish texture was probably like that because it was overcooked….but it looks interesting! I maybe would have cooked the fish separately and put it on top of the broth/stew. Thanks for sharing you guys are amazing and this was fun!

[@homebody13]

I’m sure Ron will do just fine! Looking scholarly and serious in that thumbnail 🖖🏼

[@midwestproductreviews7360]

Looks like he is doing an inpersonation of Ben Franklin. 🤣🤣🤣

[@tlrice72]

Hi Justine & Ron! 👋👋 I can’t believe I missed the live. Ron’s face when he ate the fish! Haha. 😂 I wonder if the fish was supposed to be dried fish? Great job 👏

[@debbieguy173]

Ron, you are so funny and natural on camera! I laughed so hard! I don't think I could have eaten that fish either. Love both your channels.

[@frontierpatriot]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@MrFredstt]

There's something so endearing about a recipe being written in poetic form lmao

[@livingdeadchick666]

Oh I missed the live but I am always watching the replays. I just adore you both so much and wish you NOTHING BUT THE BEST ❤❤❤

[@AllenMZim]

HA! I called it! I knew your dish would have meat in it! 😂 Ron, you look absolutely dapper! 👍 I know you aren't particularly crazy about seafood (fish stews are one of my favorite foods), but I hope you enjoyed the dish anyways and hope you both had fun filming/making this! Can't wait to watch this later! Fingers crossed I catch the premiere on time! Cheers, everybody! 😃

[@frontierpatriot]

tomorrow night!! :)

[@AllenMZim]

@@frontierpatriot Oh, you're right! Sorry, I had a senior moment there! Tomorrow! 😃

[@katgrey6239]

Loved the face, Ron!😂 My seafood is always fried...unless it's a shrimp cocktail!

[@C-TOS]

Ron looking like one of Townsends' students.

[@frontierpatriot]

lol he is the master yes

[@nunyabizness4354]

Good to see Ron in the kitchen! I would have left the wine out. Cut the pork in small strips, leave the fish aside and pan fry it about halfway through the cooking time, then add it in the last 10 mins. Personally, I am allergic to wheat so I would substitute potato for the biscuit. Boil the taters, cut into slices and use as the biscuit.

[@anniern3161]

I was laughing so hard when Justine gave it a 5/10 and Ron about gasped! 😂 This was all pretty funny.

[@user-it4fk3sj1y]

Your reviews at the beginning and expressions had me laughing with tears! Gator,lol.😂😂😂😂 Love you two!

[@margui6224]

Poor Ron! His meal did not go the way he wanted, but Justine like the meat, not much the fish. Probably, he didn't stirred. The meat saved the stew. Strange to see biscuits on it. Thank you, Ron and Justine.

[@michelezammillo7210]

I am laughing hysterically. You are so funny. It’s probably brown from the wine. You made the craziest faces.

[@jackieellenbarnes1268]

It was Great seeing your Show twice in one week. 😊

[@missyyouknow6002]

Ron's face after one bite 😆 🤣 😂 this is the funniest one of you two!!!

[@easternairlines727]

Loving this show!

[@maryjanelemon2531]

I loved it !!! This was hysterical, especially when Ron tasted the fish. Justine take a break and have Ron cook more, he did great ! Have a great one and blessings always.

[@rosymelanie]

The face Ron made when chewing that piece of fish was hilarious! I detest seafood as well, so I know your pain.

[@phantomwheeler81]

Well, at least you tried Ron lol Stay awesome.

[@christinaoconnor1523]

Looks delish to me, being a New Englander & loving fish 'Chauders'!! I agree with Justine, though, that the pork needs to be cut into small chuncks. Bravo Ron for an honest try!

[@Sassa0805]

I can't believe Ron made something with fish! Yuck. This was a really fun episode. Maybe you could do this type of thing periodically? But let Ron make something he likes. 😂

[@sonjamccart1269]

OMG watching you guys try this recipe was both hilarious and entertaining! I never laughed so hard - thank you for the honesty and great content, as always! 🤣🤣🤣🥰❤❤

[@weaver7249]

Ron is a riot!

[@brightpurpleviking]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 Justine! The alien comment made me laugh harder than I have in a long time. That was purely amazing descriptive goodness.

[@weatherfxx]

Love your episodes.especially your holiday shows

[@phyllispitts6656]

Even the cat is questioning the fishy smells!

[@darlenethompson9325]

I so enjoy watching you guys. It’s fun to see what you do next. I wouldn’t eat the fish, just the ham.

[@melissagrandbois7405]

Love you guys...

[@prideprejudice9825]

Much love ❤️ from MICHIGAN, you guys. Congratulations on ALL your JOY and HAPPINESS! Especially your new home 🏡 and your guy's wedding! My husband and I, as well as our oldest son, watch you guys on both channels. 💙 ❤🎉 Ron and Justine, do you guys live in your beautiful cabin year round? Please, more video skits! We love them! ❤️ Love, Military Mom 🇺🇸 ❤️ 🙏

[@belladrayven]

We can’t wait to watch this one! ☺️💕

[@renea1827]

Lol this was great, you two are hilarious. Interesting recipe but not sure if i would make it myself. Great video.

[@nataliecunha2108]

Well, fish doesn't need a lot of cooking time, so I think you overcooked the fish. And I think Justine is right about cutting the meat very thin, so the meat and fish have the same cooking time. I would not do this because fish and meat together is strange. But I liked the video a lot. It was fun 😊

[@ThinWhiteAxe]

yeah

[@aimee2234]

You are brave souls! I couldn't taste it but I don't like fish. It as always was fun. Thanks, Justine and Ron. Have a blessed weekend! xoxo

[@johnduncan8794]

This is sorta similar to a traditional dish we eat in southern North Carolina called catfish mull. Onions, potatoes, bacon and catfish chunks layered in a pot. We don't add any liquids. The moisture in the fish is sufficient to cook everything.

[@michellejennings4259]

Such a fun video Love it

[@robingoff677]

I’m with you Justine, I don’t drink any alcohol either. If I could smell it or taste it, I didn’t like it. But I have had a little bit in the past, however, just 1 drink makes me so sick, and not just when I have it, but for days. It just isn’t worth it. Drugs and alcohol from my fathers side is why I stayed away. My mom used to make Cioppino (pronounced chapino, it’s an Italian fish soup) it has white fish, mussels (which I will not eat), crab, calamari, shrimp, and clams. I like crab and shrimp is all. We gotta give Ron an atta boy for cooking and trying something that he doesn’t like. I always enjoy seeing you guys. The expression on Ron’s face was priceless!! But we have to give him credit for trying something that he typically doesn’t like. Maybe the wine colored the fish. I’m surprised the receipt didn’t call for white wine.

[@haroldanderson502]

I agree with Justine, if the pork was sliced thin like bacon-thin it would have cooked faster and the fish would not have been severely overcooked. Don't boil it so hard, maybe a good simmer. The fish turned color due to the claret (I'm not a fan of cooking with red wines). Maybe next time substitute beer for the wine. Properly cooked that should be a delicious soup.

[@Padme-pj3dm]

You'll do great can't wait to see the new episode and can't wait for the chew and chat too love yall

[@sheiladowns3597]

Ron’s face after the first bite!! 😂😂😂

[@livingdeadchick666]

Omg I'm sitting here eating chicken fried steak giving your meal the side eye. Justine her review was so sweet you get an A for doing something completely out of your comfort zone but I wouldn't like it lol and i love seafood. Good try Ron

[@Ifakorede1111]

😂😂😂 thanks for the laughs !!

[@michaelgamache8379]

Im so glad you like the shawl I knitted for you. I love seeing you wearing it!

[@softekguy1]

This Punishment Cook segment was GREAT ! Ron you selected a great option. I think the pork should have been very thin. Who knows what happened to the Cod ! Glad the broth was tasteful and the fish added flavor.

[@phoebedigs1356]

That was a fun video, thanks guys!

[@DynamixWarePro]

This was interesting to see. I couldn't tell at all that Ron didn't like fish when he ate it, haha. When I heard the cat meowing, at first I thought it was meowing as it smelled it and wanted some, then seeing it at the window, I thought, it didn't want any, it wanted away from the smell! My dad used to make something similar to this, but his didn't have wine or fish in it and instead he had Pork and or Lamb with Chicken stock and a few more vegetables. It was quite good. This on the other hand, doesn't look like something I'd want to eat. Partly due to the wine in as I am the same as Justine when it comes to anything alcoholic for similar reasons I never have went near any alcoholic drinks. I like fish sometimes but the fish in that didn't sound good if it had a scaly texture and turned brown like that.

[@sharonharrison3611]

Mish mish is so sweeeet! I love his meow. Id give him a little fish stew cooled off. 😂 I think you guys are very brave to try this soup. Ron did a good job of putting it together, but I would be afraid to eat it. Lol

[@SongOfSongsOneTwelve]

I’m excited to watch Ron cook! ❤😊

[@LadyShanghai-wj1kh]

Ron’s face is priceless 😂

[@terryt.1643]

Good morning from California, first frosty roof of the season. Looking forward to chowder, sorry Ron. Hope you find something to eat. Maybe bread or toast?

[@paulbuscher7182]

It looked interesting. If I made it, I would probably omit the fish. It kind of does look like a hearty stew.

[@nicolaredpath9042]

I think the tannins of the red wine dyed the fish hence the colour change. Another enjoyable vid! ❤

[@AP-pl5rv]

I like that the original receipt is written like a poem. I wonder if maybe as Justine suggested cutting the meat and fish smaller and maybe even breading the fish in some flour with salt and pepper would have made the texture better and the broth thicker. It's a unique recipe for sure. I'd try it if someone served it to me. Not sure I'd love it but I'll eat almost anything. lol

[@GenevaPitera]

Yes, I would like to try all the receipts!

[@carmengilson674]

ok it took me a while right there in front of me...wow. it has been a long week but thanks to your guy's videos I have been able to get through them. This video was interesting to watch especially sense Ron doesn't like fish. could it be the whine gave the fish such a color and an odd texture? Take care and have a great week. Oh, maybe you guys should consider another exercising video like how you did with the wagon.

[@rosemariemello6675]

Looking forward to seeing Ron cook . ❤

[@mrs.g.9816]

I see a lot of good tips in the comments, and took note of Justine's tip to cut the pork thin. Maybe you can try it again, adjusting the cooking temp and time, adding the fish last, and it will taste better. I think Ron did a great job! As for me, a Vermonter, I like fish, oyster or clam chowder cooked with milk, and a sprinkling of oyster crackers on top. Mmmm - Good weather for a chowder. It's been a really cold day up here.

[@chrishand9324]

When she said she was scared at first 🤣🤣🤣

[@LazerR0cketB0mb]

Justine, I hear you about your family and alcohol. It's rough and takes a toll. Take care of yourself.

[@colorvision7]

Friday fish 🐠, you never know Ron you might like the dish you make .

[@treeman3663]

How awsum to see 3 videos this week

[@MarieZh]

Two brave souls.

[@shellytriantis814]

Mish Mish wanted to run out too😂..good attempt Ron..I'm not a huge seafood fan..luv wine but I don't even think I'd try this recipe 😅..nothing but love sent y'all's way from North Carolina 😊❤

[@naturalcambion3747]

The wig is fantastic! 😂🤣😂🤣

[@cannett8966]

Justine, when Edward first started cooking, some very strange things came out of our kitchen 🥴 Now he is a grand cook! He has even made some of your receipts. Love the apple and sausage! Cee from the little haunted cottage in ireland 💚💚💚🍀🍀🍀

[@lindareinking5326]

Would I make this dish? that's a big Noooo. Was this a fun video to watch? That's a big Yesssss. Ron's expression when he tasted it was priceless 😂. Justine stands by her man and tries this nasty dish. Love you two❤❤

[@bpfirehunt0192]

I laughed sooo hard thus was a great video!!

[@myraarquitt9123]

Where I live, delta arkansas, I would use catfish or crawfish. Cut ham thinner, use more salt & pepper. Add potatoes Ron your expression😅 priceless.

[@debrasrnek4223]

Hello, sorry you didn't like the dish. I have 3 suggestions. About the fish, fish cooks really fast. I would have cut the fish into bite size pieces and put it in the pot the last 4 to 5 minutes of cooking. Justine is right, the ham should be cut thin like bacon. I would have cut the onions into rounds cooking them in a little fat too caramelize before adding the rest of the ingredients. About the wine, alcohol evaporates at 173°F My husband and I love fish so I think we would like this one. Thank you for your time, it was fun. GODs blessings to you.

[@brianbutler3954]

Ok Ron, I think the wig is great for you, ten times better than the stocking cap, I do feel however Justine should do the cooking, I enjoy watching her prepare the dishes.

[@C-TOS]

Brave Ron was able to gulp down that first bite!😂

[@danididit3422]

I'm with Justine on cutting the ham thinner and it says to cut the fish crossways so I think the fish should be flaked so very tiny pieces

[@mamasunshine2510]

This was hilarious and fun! Fish can be odd to cook. I've never cooked flounder, but Ive cooked tuna and salmon because of my health. I know if you over cook it, you can def change its taste. I think it was right at 20 minutes. Probably would have done the thinly sliced meat like Justine said, and boiled it for the 20 minutes. Maybe even slice the fish thinly as well.