Best 7 Mommys Manhattan Style Clam Chowder Recipes

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In the culinary realm, few dishes evoke a sense of comfort and warmth like a hearty bowl of clam chowder. This classic American dish, deeply rooted in New England tradition, has captured the hearts of chowder enthusiasts worldwide. As variations of this beloved soup emerged, the Manhattan-style clam chowder stands out as a culinary gem. This rich and flavorful chowder is characterized by a luscious tomato broth, tender clams, and a medley of vegetables, all harmoniously blended to create a symphony of flavors. Our culinary journey takes us through three distinct recipes, each offering a unique interpretation of this iconic dish. From the classic Manhattan-style clam chowder, brimming with ocean's bounty, to a creamy and comforting New England-style chowder, and a tantalizing vegan chowder that caters to plant-based preferences, these recipes promise an unforgettable chowder experience, satisfying every palate and dietary preference.

Let's cook with our recipes!

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.

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

THE ULTIMATE MANHATTAN CLAM CHOWDER



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This is amazing, if I do say so myself. I concocted this yummy recipe for a friend who really savors food. He was floored.

Provided by DeSouter

Categories     Chowders

Time 1h15m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 dozen chowder clams
6 slices bacon
1 1/2 cups chopped onions
1 cup chopped green pepper
1 1/2 cups chopped carrots
1 cup chopped celery
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes (I prefer Red Pack)
3 cups water
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon thyme
1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
4 potatoes, cubed
1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1 lb cooked jumbo shrimp (add this to make the chowder really great) (optional)

Steps:

  • Steam clams in a large pot and reserve the liquid that is left- it should measure about 3+ cups.
  • Chop the clams.
  • In a large pot, cook the bacon over medium/high heat until slightly crisp.
  • Add the onions and cook, stirring until transparent.
  • Add the pepper, carrot and celery and cook for about a minute.
  • Add the clams, tomatoes, clam liquid, water, bay leaf, thyme ground pepper.
  • Bring to a boil and add potatoes.
  • Simmer 30 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
  • Remove the bay leaf. Add chopped parsley.
  • Add the cooked shrimp now if you plan to use them, but do not continue to cook or the shrimp will get tough.
  • You should only warm the shrimp over for best results.
  • Season with salt and pepper, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247.5, Fat 11, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 25.9, Sodium 532.7, Carbohydrate 27.2, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 3, Protein 11.5

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.
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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 STYLE CLAM CHOWDER



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

Provided by Dannielle

Categories     Chowders

Time 9h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 lb diced bacon
1 large onion, diced
2 carrots, thinly sliced
3 celery, thinly sliced (with leaves)
1 tablespoon fresh parsley (or dried)
1 can tomatoes, broken up with juice
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
black pepper
1 teaspoon thyme
3 potatoes, diced
2 -3 cans clams (with juice)

Steps:

  • Put all ingredients in crock pot.
  • Stir to blend.
  • Cover and cook on high for 1 hour.
  • Turn down to low and cook for 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 427.9, Fat 14.7, SaturatedFat 4.6, Cholesterol 64.2, Sodium 2069.1, Carbohydrate 43.8, Fiber 6.4, Sugar 6.8, Protein 30.1

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.

Tips:

  • Use fresh clams whenever possible. Fresh clams will give your chowder the best flavor. If you can't find fresh clams, you can use canned clams, but be sure to rinse them well before using.
  • Don't overcrowd the pot. When cooking the clams, don't overcrowd the pot. This will prevent them from cooking evenly and will make the chowder too watery.
  • Cook the clams until they just open. Don't overcook the clams, or they will become tough and chewy. Cook them just until they open, then remove them from the pot.
  • Use a good quality clam juice. The clam juice is an important part of the chowder, so be sure to use a good quality one. Look for a clam juice that is made from fresh clams and has a clear, briny flavor.
  • Season the chowder to taste. The amount of salt and pepper you add to the chowder will depend on your personal preference. Taste the chowder and adjust the seasonings as needed.

Conclusion:

Manhattan-style clam chowder is a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal taste. Whether you like it thick or thin, creamy or brothy, with or without vegetables, there is a Manhattan-style clam chowder recipe out there for everyone. So next time you are looking for a comforting and satisfying soup, give Manhattan-style clam chowder a try. You won't be disappointed!

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