AWARD WINNING CLAM CHOWDER

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This is the best clam chowder I have ever had. Rich and creamy, full of flavor. It takes a bit to make, but is so worth it!

Provided by jenlyn33922

Categories     Chowders

Time 30m

Yield 1 cup, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 22

3 ounces vegetarian bacon, diced
1 cup onion, diced
1 cup celery, diced
3 cups new potatoes, cooked firm and diced
4 cups evaporated skim milk
1 1/2 cups clams, chopped
1/3 cup flour
1/2 cup fat-free half-and-half
3 ounces Smart Balance butter spread
2 ounces clam base
1 1/4 cups clam juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon marjoram
2 teaspoons fresh basil, chopped
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon dill
1/2 teaspoon thyme
2 bay leaves
1/8 cup fresh parsley
white pepper
black pepper
cayenne, to taste

Steps:

  • In a large stock pot cook bacon until crisp.
  • Add butter, onions, celery and all the seasoning except dill and parsley. Cook until tender.
  • Add flour and cook for another 3-4 minutes over low heat.
  • Add all the dairy products, clam juice and clam concentrate.
  • Heat until just under boiling point and then add chopped clams and potatoes.
  • Bring to a boil slowly, cook for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add dill and parsley and serve steaming.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 443.6, Fat 14.9, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 24.9, Sodium 1070.4, Carbohydrate 51.4, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 24.1, Protein 26.3

Taki Charifi
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This is the best clam chowder I've ever had. It's so creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Yusuf Jr Rajah
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I've made this chowder several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love the creamy texture and the flavor of the clams.


Jayjay Owens
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This chowder is delicious! I love the creamy texture and the flavor of the clams. It's a great recipe for a cold winter day.


Nwadiuru Emmanuel
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I love this clam chowder! It's so creamy and flavorful. I always add a little extra celery and carrots to it.


Agueda Alatorre
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This is my go-to clam chowder recipe. It's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious. I love the creamy texture and the flavor of the clams.


Blessing Omotoye
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I've made this chowder several times and it's always a hit. It's so creamy and flavorful. I love adding a little extra bacon and corn to it.


Chris Watson
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This chowder is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use canned clams, which makes it a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Stacey Simmons
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Delicious! I love the creamy texture and the flavor of the clams. This is a great recipe.


Jasmine Vickers
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This is the best clam chowder I've ever had. It's so creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Patricia Moraga
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I made this chowder for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it. I'll definitely be making it again.


dog your mom
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This chowder is amazing! The flavors are so rich and creamy. I added a little extra bacon and it was perfect. Definitely a keeper recipe.


Arshad Sheikh
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I've tried many clam chowder recipes, and this is by far the best. It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. My family loves it!


Goddlaveeti Siddhu
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This clam chowder is a winner! It's creamy, flavorful, and packed with clams. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.