BRATTEN'S CLAM CHOWDER
This is by far the best clam chowder recipe ever. My Mom used to make this and there was never any left for the next day. I use minced clams because I don't like the whole ones, but whole clams can be substituted easily.
Provided by nmomsmemory
Categories Chowders
Time 1h
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In large 4 quart pan brown bacon, onion and celery until onion and celery are transparent.
- Add clam juice from both cans clams and diced potatoes to bacon mixture.
- Pour enough water to cover potatoes and boil until potatoes are tender.
- In a separate large sauce pan melt 2 cubes butter on low heat.
- When butter is melted, slowly add 3/4 cup flour stirring constantly.
- Add 1 quart half and half STIR WITH WIRE WHISK until thick and smooth (very important).
- Pour over undrained vegetable mixture add vinegar and heat through.
- Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder to taste.
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Papa Aspect
aspect-papa45@hotmail.comOverall, this is a good recipe, but I think it could be improved with a few tweaks.
lucky theracer
l.t@yahoo.comI followed the recipe exactly, but my chowder didn't turn out as thick as I would have liked.
Mian Ahad
ahad-m63@gmail.comThis chowder is a bit too salty for my taste.
Saro Shop
s_shop44@hotmail.comI've never been a big fan of clam chowder, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious and I'll definitely be making it again.
Laree Zimmerman
zl29@hotmail.frThis chowder is so good, I could eat it every day.
RaNa GoHaR
gr32@yahoo.comI made this chowder for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it.
Takalani Muthambi
t-muthambi@hotmail.co.ukThis chowder is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The flavor is amazing.
Fenix Spencer
fenixspencer@gmail.comI followed the recipe exactly and the chowder turned out great. I would definitely recommend it.
Preeti Bhatt
b.preeti@hotmail.comI'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the best clam chowder I've ever made.
Ratib Jamal (Tib)
jr98@gmail.comThis chowder is perfect for a cold winter day. It's so warm and comforting.
Jabar Ali
a.j@yahoo.comI made this chowder for my family and they all loved it. Even my kids, who are picky eaters, ate it all up.
shuvo hridoy
hridoy_shuvo35@hotmail.frThis chowder is so creamy and flavorful. I love the addition of the bacon and corn.
Apurbo Chanda
a_c31@hotmail.comI've made this chowder several times now and it's always a hit. It's my go-to recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.
Naresh Khadka
k_naresh@yahoo.comI'm not a big fan of clam chowder, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious and I can't wait to make it again.
Ajoy sarker
ajoy66@hotmail.co.ukThis recipe is a keeper! It's easy to follow and the results are amazing.
Mohsin Ramzan
ramzan-mohsin@hotmail.frI made this chowder for a party last weekend and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.
Hibab Khan
hibab_k@gmail.comThis clam chowder is the best I've ever had! The broth is so creamy and flavorful, and the clams are cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again and again.