Best 2 Clam Chowder Iii Recipes

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Clam chowder is a classic New England dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is creamy, flavorful, and packed with clams, potatoes, and vegetables. There are many different recipes for clam chowder, but the two most popular are New England clam chowder and Manhattan clam chowder. New England clam chowder is made with a cream base, while Manhattan clam chowder is made with a tomato base. Both types of clam chowder are delicious and satisfying, and they are sure to warm you up on a cold day.

This article includes three different recipes for clam chowder:

* **New England Clam Chowder:** This classic recipe is made with a creamy base, clams, potatoes, celery, onions, and bacon.
* **Manhattan Clam Chowder:** This hearty recipe is made with a tomato base, clams, potatoes, celery, onions, and bacon.
* **Clam Chowder with Corn and Bacon:** This delicious recipe is made with a creamy base, clams, corn, potatoes, celery, onions, and bacon.

All three of these recipes are easy to follow and make a delicious and satisfying meal.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CLAM CHOWDER III



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Very basic and easy, and by no means low in fat, but very well worth it.

Provided by BABYBLUEUT

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Seafood

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup chopped onion
3 cloves garlic
4 cups peeled and diced potatoes
1 cup diced celery
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 (10 ounce) cans minced clams, drained with juice reserved
1 quart half-and-half cream
½ teaspoon white sugar
¾ cup butter, melted
¾ cup all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • In a blender, combine onion, garlic and enough water to make a smooth paste. Set aside.
  • In a large pot, combine potatoes, celery, salt, pepper, onion mixture and juice from clams. Augment with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are soft, 20 minutes.
  • Stir in half-and-half and sugar. Combine melted butter and flour, then whisk into soup. Cook and stir until thickened. Stir in clams and adjust seasonings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 705.6 calories, Carbohydrate 46.6 g, Cholesterol 182.9 mg, Fat 43.6 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 32.6 g, SaturatedFat 26.3 g, Sodium 741.9 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER III



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Institutional size!

Provided by TONY30

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chowders     Clam Chowder Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 80

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup butter
1 cup all-purpose flour
8 onions, chopped
2 bunches celery, chopped
1 gallon milk
18 (16 ounce) cans minced clams, drained with juice reserved
4 quarts chicken broth
2 quarts heavy cream
2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Stir in flour all at once and continue to cook and stir until it again becomes bubbly at the edges. Remove roux from heat and set aside.
  • In a 10 gallon pot over medium heat, cook onions and celery until just tender. Meanwhile, place milk in a large double boiler and cook slowly over simmering water. Whisk in the roux and cook the milk until thickened, stirring frequently.
  • Stir clam juice and chicken broth into the large pot and bring to a boil. Then stir in the thickened milk. Bring that just to a simmer, then stir in the heavy cream, thyme and clams. Simmer 10 minutes more, then season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281.3 calories, Carbohydrate 11.1 g, Cholesterol 108.1 mg, Fat 13 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 28.5 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 352.3 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

Tips:

  • Make your own clam broth. It's easy to make and adds a lot of flavor to the chowder. To make clam broth, simply simmer clam shells in water for about 30 minutes, then strain the broth.
  • Use fresh clams. Fresh clams will give your chowder the best flavor. If you can't find fresh clams, you can use frozen clams, but be sure to thaw them thoroughly before using.
  • Don't overcook the clams. Clams are delicate and will toughen if they are overcooked. Cook them just until they are opaque, about 5 minutes.
  • Use a variety of vegetables. This will give your chowder more flavor and texture. Some good vegetables to use include potatoes, carrots, celery, and onion.
  • Season the chowder to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste until the chowder is flavorful.
  • Serve the chowder hot. Clam chowder is best served hot, with crusty bread or crackers.

Conclusion:

Clam chowder is a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for a cold day. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With a few simple tips, you can make a clam chowder that is sure to impress your family and friends.

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