Best 13 Manhattan Style Clam Chowder With Corn Recipes

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Indulge in a hearty and comforting journey with our Manhattan-Style Clam Chowder with Corn, a classic dish brimming with seafood flavors. This chowder is a symphony of tender clams, sweet corn, and aromatic vegetables, enveloped in a creamy and flavorful broth. The corn adds a delightful sweetness that pairs perfectly with the briny clams, while the vegetables provide a colorful and textural contrast. Savor this chowder as a delightful appetizer or a satisfying main course, accompanied by crusty bread or crackers for the ultimate culinary experience. Our collection of recipes offers variations to suit every taste, from a classic Manhattan-style chowder to a lighter and healthier version. Dive into the world of clam chowder and discover your perfect bowl of comfort.

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MANHATTAN CLAM CHOWDER



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You either like Manhattan clam chowder or you don't. James Beard famously called it "horrendous." But the chowder has its fans - the acidity of the tomatoes helps temper the salinity of the broth, and offers a pleasing sweetness besides. Green peppers and carrots add to the effect, and the garlic and red-pepper flakes speak to New York's immigrant past. It is certainly not a new development in the long history of clam chowder. Recipes for similar red-hued versions date back to the days of Delmonico's in the late 19th century.

Provided by Sam Sifton

Time 1h

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

24 medium-size quahog clams, usually rated ''top neck'' or ''cherrystone,'' rinsed
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1/4 pound slab bacon or salt pork, diced
1 large Spanish onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
2 large ribs celery, cleaned and diced
1 medium-size green pepper, diced
2 medium-size carrots, peeled and diced
Red-pepper flakes, to taste
3 large Yukon Gold potatoes, cubed
3 sprigs thyme
1 bay leaf
1 28-ounce can whole peeled tomatoes in juice, crushed or roughly diced
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
1/4 cup chopped parsley.

Steps:

  • Put the clams in a large, heavy Dutch oven, add about 4 cups water, then set over medium-high heat. Cover, and cook until clams have opened, approximately 10 to 15 minutes. (Clams that fail to open after 15 to 20 minutes should be discarded.) Strain clam broth through a sieve lined with cheesecloth or doubled-up paper towels, and set aside. Remove clams from shells, and set those aside as well.
  • Rinse out the pot, and return it to stove. Add butter, and turn heat to medium-low. Add bacon or salt pork, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the fat has rendered and the pork has started to brown, approximately 5 to 7 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to remove pork from fat, and set aside.
  • Add onions, garlic, celery, green peppers and carrots to the fat, and cook, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are soft but not brown, approximately 10 to 15 minutes. Stir in potatoes, and continue cooking until they have just started to soften, approximately 5 to 7 minutes. Add 4 cups of clam broth, reserving the rest for another use. Add the sprigs of thyme and the bay leaf.
  • Partly cover the pot, and simmer gently until potatoes are tender, approximately 10 to 15 minutes. Using the back of a wooden spoon, smash a few potatoes against the side of the pot to release their starch and help thicken the broth.
  • Meanwhile, chop the clams into bits that are about the size of the bacon dice.
  • When potatoes are tender, stir in tomatoes, and heat them through. Add chopped clams and reserved bacon, stirring to combine. Add black pepper to taste. Let chowder come to a simmer, and remove from heat. Fish out the thyme and the bay leaf, and discard.
  • The chowder should be allowed to sit for a while to cure. Reheat it before serving, then garnish with chopped parsley. Serve with oyster crackers.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 243, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 28 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 630 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

MANHATTAN STYLE CLAM CHOWDER



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A hearty blend of vegetables and clams with a little added spice. This soup is better the next day.

Provided by Halie

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chowders     Clam Chowder Recipes

Time 3h50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 (6.5 ounce) cans minced clams
2 (28 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
2 (29 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
7 carrot, (7-1/2")s carrots, sliced
1 stalk celery, diced
8 medium (2-1/4" to 3" dia, raw)s potatoes, cubed
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried basil
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
3 drops hot pepper sauce
½ teaspoon onion powder
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine canned tomatoes and clams together with juices in a large stock pot. Stir in oregano, basil, sauces, and onion powder. Simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Add vegetables, and simmer for 2 to 3 hours. Stir occasionally. Salt and pepper to taste, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296.9 calories, Carbohydrate 48.1 g, Cholesterol 41.2 mg, Fat 1.9 g, Fiber 8.5 g, Protein 22.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 632.6 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

MANHATTAN CLAM CHOWDER



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 slices thick-cut bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
4 stalks celery, thinly sliced
3 medium Yukon gold potatoes (about 1 pound), peeled and cut into 3/4-inch pieces
1 large onion, finely chopped
1 large carrot, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 clove garlic, minced
2 bay leaves
6 sprigs thyme, leaves coarsely chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 28-ounce can crushed San Marzano tomatoes
1 1-pound package frozen shelled clams, thawed
2 cups bottled clam juice
Oyster crackers, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Cook the bacon in a Dutch oven or large pot over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until slightly browned, about 3 minutes. Add the celery, potatoes, onion, carrot, garlic, bay leaves, thyme, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the celery and onion begin to soften, about 3 minutes.
  • Add the tomatoes to the pot and cook 2 minutes. Add the clams and their juices, 1 cup water and the bottled clam juice; cover and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer, covered, until the potatoes are tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Serve with oyster crackers.
  • Per serving: Calories 408; Fat 17 g (Saturated 6 g); Cholesterol 65 mg; Sodium 1,184 mg; Carbohydrate 39 g; Fiber 6 g; Protein 24 g

MANHATTAN STYLE CLAM CHOWDER WITH CORN



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Make and share this Manhattan Style Clam Chowder With Corn recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dicentra

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 4h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 (14 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup potato, peeled and cubed
1 cup finely chopped onion
1 cup corn
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
2 ounces Canadian bacon, julienned
1 garlic clove, minced
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon sugar
2 (6 1/2 ounce) cans chopped clams (do not drain)
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients except clams, salt and pepper in slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook 4-6 hours, adding clams during the last 45 minutes.
  • Discard bay leaf. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

MANHATTAN CLAM CHOWDER



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 first-course servings (

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large Spanish onion, chopped
1 1/2 celery stalks, chopped
7 cloves garlic, minced
Pinch crushed red pepper
1/4 cup tomato paste
3 sprigs parsley
3 sprigs fresh thyme
1 bay leaf
1 large waxy-style potato (about 3/4 pound), diced
5 cups clam juice (five 8-ounce bottles clam juice)
One 28-ounce can whole, peeled tomatoes (with liquid), roughly chopped
1-1/2 cups minced clams, drained (about four 6-1/2 ounce cans)
1 tablespoon kosher salt or to taste
Freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped parsley for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, garlic, and crushed red pepper and cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until soft, about 8 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste and cook, stirring, for about 1 minute more. Tie the parsley sprigs, fresh thyme, and bay leaf together with a piece of kitchen twine and add to the pot with the potatoes. Pour in the clam juice and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer, covered, until the potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes and clams. Cover and bring to a low simmer. Season with pepper to taste. Divide among warm soup bowls and sprinkle with the parsley. Serve immediately.
  • Copyright 2001 Television Food Network, G.P. All rights reserved

ZESTY MANHATTAN CLAM CHOWDER



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This is a family recipe that we finally got my father-in-law to share. It can be easily adjusted for the kick that suits your taste. People can also add chopped jalapenos to their individual bowls if they want a zestier chowder.

Provided by Mike the Revelator

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chowders     Clam Chowder Recipes

Time 2h52m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 22

2 (14.5 ounce) cans Italian-style diced tomatoes
2 (14.5 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
4 cups diced potatoes
2 cups chopped onions
3 carrots, chopped
1 large green bell pepper, chopped
1 large red bell pepper, chopped
4 stalks celery, chopped
2 jalapeno peppers, chopped
3 cups water
3 cubes chicken bouillon
2 cubes beef bouillon
1 (32 ounce) bottle tomato and clam juice cocktail (such as Clamato®)
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 teaspoon thyme leaves
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 bay leaf
4 (6.5 ounce) cans chopped clams
1 cup skim milk
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Combine Italian-style tomatoes, crushed tomatoes, potatoes, onions, carrots, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, celery, and jalapeno peppers in a large stockpot.
  • Bring water to a boil in a small saucepan. Stir in chicken bouillon and beef bouillon cubes until dissolved. Pour over tomato mixture in the stockpot.
  • Stir clam juice cocktail, sugar, thyme leaves, chili powder, garlic salt, black pepper, and bay leaf into the stockpot. Cook chowder, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are very tender, about 1 hour 30 minutes.
  • Combine clams, milk, and flour in a separate saucepan; cook and stir over low heat until clams are heated through, about 7 minutes. Stir into the stockpot and simmer until flavors combine, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 383.4 calories, Carbohydrate 59.5 g, Cholesterol 62.7 mg, Fat 2.6 g, Fiber 7.7 g, Protein 31.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 2064 mg, Sugar 16.7 g

QUICK MANHATTAN CLAM CHOWDER



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I was looking for a quick and easy Manhattan clam chowder and never found one, so I made my own!

Provided by MEGSCOOKIN

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chowders     Clam Chowder Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, diced
4 ribs celery, diced
½ (16 ounce) package baby carrots, diced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil, or to taste
1 clove garlic, minced, or more to taste
black pepper to taste
3 (14.5 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes
4 (6.5 ounce) cans minced clams, undrained
2 (8 ounce) bottles clam juice
1 (14.5 ounce) can whole potatoes, drained and diced
1 dash Worcestershire sauce, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat; cook and stir onion, celery, carrots, basil, garlic, and black pepper until vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes. Transfer 1/2 of the vegetable mixture to a food processor.
  • Stir 2 cans stewed tomatoes into the pot. Drain the remaining can of stewed tomatoes and add to the food processor. Blend vegetable-tomato mixture until smooth. Stir pureed mixture into pot with vegetables.
  • Mix clams, clam juice, and potatoes into the pot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer soup until heated through, 15 to 20 minutes. Season soup with Worcestershire sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243.8 calories, Carbohydrate 25.8 g, Cholesterol 63.5 mg, Fat 4 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 26.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 720.1 mg, Sugar 8.4 g

CHEF JOHN'S MANHATTAN CLAM CHOWDER



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Manhattan clam chowder is usually very watery, too tomato-y, and not nearly clammy enough so I reworked the recipe into something significantly more rich, satisfying, and delicious. My secrets? A ton of clams, not too much tomato, and a little bit of flour to thicken things up. Serve with oyster crackers and garnish with fresh chives, parsley, tarragon, or even dill, if desired.

Provided by Chef John

Time 1h35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 (10 ounce) cans whole baby clams, undrained
2 (6.5 ounce) cans chopped clams, undrained
4 strips thick-cut bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 cup diced yellow onion
3 cloves garlic, minced
kosher salt to taste
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup bottled clam juice
2 cups chicken broth
2 medium carrots, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
2 ribs celery, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
½ cup diced Italian tomatoes
freshly ground black pepper to taste
3 pinches cayenne pepper
3 cups peeled, diced Yukon Gold potatoes
2 teaspoons minced fresh tarragon
2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley

Steps:

  • Drain baby and chopped clams. Reserve liquid in the refrigerator until needed and set clams aside.
  • Place bacon in a soup pot over medium-high heat; cook and stir until well-browned and almost crispy, 7 to 10 minutes. Add onion, garlic, and a pinch of salt; cook and stir until onions start to soften and turn translucent, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Add tomato paste; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Don't worry if some of the tomato paste sticks to the bottom of the pot; we want that to happen. Sprinkle in flour; cook and stir for 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Dump in reserved clam juice plus bottled clam juice and chicken broth. Stir with a spatula, scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze any caramelization.
  • Add carrots, celery, clams, diced tomatoes, pepper, and cayenne; stir and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, skimming off some bacon fat if desired.
  • Add diced potatoes and cook until tender but not falling apart, about 20 minutes. Taste and adjust for salt, if needed. Stir in fresh tarragon and parsley just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 374.5 calories, Carbohydrate 31.8 g, Cholesterol 113.8 mg, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 45.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 902.1 mg, Sugar 4 g

MANHATTAN CLAM CHOWDER



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I typically serve this chowder with a tossed salad and hot rolls. It is easy to make and tastes wonderful on a cold winter evening. My family has enjoyed it for more than 30 years. -Joan Hopewell, Columbus, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings (about 2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons butter
1 cup chopped onion
2/3 cup chopped celery
2 teaspoons minced green pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
2 cups hot water
1 cup cubed peeled potatoes
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cans (6-1/2 ounces each) minced clams, undrained
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Dash cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat butter over low heat. Add onion, celery, green pepper and garlic; cook, stirring frequently, for 20 minutes. Add water and potatoes; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes. , Add tomatoes, clams, salt, thyme, pepper and cayenne; heat through. Stir in parsley. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 652mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

MANHATTAN CORN CHOWDER



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Provided by Geoffrey Zakarian

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 tablespoons (2 ounces) unsalted butter
1 cup thinly sliced leeks, washed
1 small Spanish onion, diced (about 1 cup)
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
6 stalks celery, sliced (about 1 1/2 cups), plus 1/2 cup celery leaves, for serving
1 to 2 carrots, medium dice (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, stripped off the stem
6 ears yellow sweet corn, shucked and kernels removed (about 4 cups)
3 cups baby potatoes, quartered
One 28-ounce can whole San Marzano tomatoes, crushed into small pieces by hand
5 cups vegetable stock
1 cup fresh parsley leaves, for serving

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the leeks, onions, garlic, celery and carrots. Add the red pepper flakes and season with salt. Cook the vegetables, stirring occasionally, until they are beginning to soften and release their flavors, 6 to 8 minutes.
  • Stir in the tomato paste and thyme leaves and cook for 2 more minutes.
  • Add the corn, potatoes, tomatoes and vegetable stock. Season as needed with salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender, about 40 minutes.
  • Divide the soup among bowls and garnish with the fresh parsley leaves, the reserved celery leaves and few cracks of black pepper

MANHATTAN CLAM CHOWDER



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Provided by Daniel Humm

Categories     Soup/Stew     Shellfish     Dinner     Lunch     Seafood     Clam     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 29

Clam Chowder Sauce
5 3/4 cups bottled clam juice
5 pounds littleneck clams
1/4 cup flour
3 tablespoons canola oil
3 shallots, sliced (1/4 inch)
2 ribs diced (1/4 inch) celery
2 heads garlic, halved
1 tomato, quartered
1 bunch parsley
1/4 cup tomato paste
1 cup white wine
2 tablespoons butter
3 sprigs thyme
Lemon juice
Clam Ragout
1/4 cup Chicken Stock
2 tablespoons diced (1/8 inch) shallot
1 cup fresh corn kernels
1/4 cup diced (1/4 inch) celery
Clams, reserved from making Clam Chowder Sauce
Confit Cherry Tomatoes
1/4 cup green celery leaves
12 cherry tomatoes, halved
2 tablespoons cold butter
Salt
To Finish
Celery leaves
Olive oil

Steps:

  • Clam Chowder Sauce
  • In a medium saucepan over high heat, reduce the clam juice to 2 cups. Thoroughly scrub and rinse the clams under cold running water. In a large pot, heat the oil over high heat. Add the shallots, celery, garlic, tomato, parsley, and tomato paste and stir constantly for 30 seconds. Add the clams and stir for 30 seconds. Add the wine, cover, and continue cooking over high heat until most of the clams have opened, 1 1/2 to 2 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and cool over an ice bath; discard any unopened clams. Reserve about 2 cups of cooking liquid. Remove all but 8 clams from the shells and cut away and discard the mantles, keeping only the bellies. In a medium saucepan, combine the reduced clam juice with the clam cooking liquid and bring to a simmer. Remove from the heat and stir in the butter until emulsified. Add the thyme sprigs, season with lemon juice to taste, and steep for 10 minutes. Remove and discard the thyme sprigs.
  • Clam Ragout
  • In a medium sauté pan, bring the chicken stock to a simmer over medium-low heat. Add the shallot and simmer until tender, about 2 minutes. Add the corn kernels and simmer until cooked, 1 1/2 to 2 minutes. Add the celery and cook until tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the clams, confit cherry tomatoes, and celery leaves. Continue simmering until the celery leaves have wilted and the cherry tomatoes and clams are warm. Add the halved cherry tomatoes and the butter. Swirl the pan to melt the butter into the ragout and season with salt to taste.
  • To Finish
  • Divide the clam chowder sauce among 4 bowls, reserving 1/4 cup for finishing. Divide the clam ragout among the bowls. Aerate the reserved clam chowder sauce with a hand blender and spoon the foam on top of each dish. Garnish with celery leaves and 2 clams in their shells and finish with olive oil.

MANHATTAN-STYLE CLAM CHOWDER



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If you are a clam chowder lover, then this is a must try, It's great with crusty French bread and a side salad, this is not the cream-style version ;-)...even tastes better the second day!

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Chowders

Time 1h5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 large onion, minced
1/2 green bell pepper, minced
1 -2 tablespoon bacon fat (butter OR olive oil can be used, but bacon fat is more flavorful)
3 -4 stalks of destringed celery, chopped
1 -2 carrot, diced
5 -6 small potatoes, coarsly diced (or more if desired)
1/2 cup cooking sherry (optional)
1 (1 lb) can stewed tomatoes, with peppers
3 cups chicken broth (low salt)
1 teaspoon hot sauce (or (to taste)
1/2 cup chopped clams or 1/2 cup minced clams
1 (1 lb) can baby clams (UNDRAINED)
1 -2 bunch green onion, finely sliced (TOPS ONLY)
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley (or any amount desired)
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (or more to taste)

Steps:

  • Saute the onion and bell pepper in the bacon fat in a large pot.
  • Combine all ingredients except for the clams and the garnishes.
  • Cook, until the potatoes are tender, but not too soft.
  • Add in the minced clams and the undrained clams with their juice, the onion tops, parsley and the lemon juice; cook about 5-10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369.4, Fat 3.1, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 48.2, Sodium 991.6, Carbohydrate 58.3, Fiber 8.5, Sugar 11.2, Protein 28.7

MOMMY'S MANHATTAN STYLE CLAM CHOWDER



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Make and share this Mommy's Manhattan Style Clam Chowder recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Parsley

Categories     Chowders

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 teaspoons oil
1 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped carrot
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 celery rib, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 cups diced potatoes
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (10 ounce) can baby clams, drain and RESERVE juice
1 1/2 cups clam juice, can use water, chick broth
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon salt, about to taste

Steps:

  • In a large soup pot, heat the oil.
  • Add onions, carrots, bell pepper, celery and garlic. Cook, stirring often, for about 8 minutes.
  • Add potatoes, diced tomatoes, crushed tomatoes, reserved clam juice (from canned clams) and clam juice.
  • Stir and bring to a boil.
  • Add sugar, pepper, thyme, basil, bay leaf, and salt to taste.
  • Reduce heat and gently simmer for about 30 minutes or until potatoes are nice and tender.
  • Stir in the clams during the last 5 minutes of simmering.
  • Remove bay leaf and serve.

Tips:

  • 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 completely before using.
  • Don't overcook the clams: Clams are delicate and can easily be overcooked. Cook them just until they are opaque and tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This recipe calls for potatoes, corn, and celery, but you can also add other vegetables such as carrots, onions, or leeks.
  • Season the chowder to taste: Season the chowder with salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You can also add a bit of hot sauce or cayenne pepper for a spicy kick.
  • Serve the chowder hot: Manhattan clam chowder is best served hot and fresh. You can garnish it with a sprinkle of chopped parsley or chives.

Conclusion:

Manhattan clam chowder is a classic American dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a hearty and delicious soup, give this Manhattan clam chowder recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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