BRATTEN'S CLAM CHOWDER

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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

3/4 cup flour
1/2 lb bacon, diced
5 medium potatoes, diced
1 medium onion, diced
1 cup celery, diced
1 quart half-and-half
2 (6 1/2 ounce) cans clams (minced or diced)
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 cup butter (no substitutes)
salt
pepper
garlic

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.

Papa Aspect
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Overall, this is a good recipe, but I think it could be improved with a few tweaks.


lucky theracer
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my chowder didn't turn out as thick as I would have liked.


Mian Ahad
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This chowder is a bit too salty for my taste.


Saro Shop
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I'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
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This chowder is so good, I could eat it every day.


RaNa GoHaR
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I made this chowder for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it.


Takalani Muthambi
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This chowder is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The flavor is amazing.


Fenix Spencer
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chowder turned out great. I would definitely recommend it.


Preeti Bhatt
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the best clam chowder I've ever made.


Ratib Jamal (Tib)
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This chowder is perfect for a cold winter day. It's so warm and comforting.


Jabar Ali
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I made this chowder for my family and they all loved it. Even my kids, who are picky eaters, ate it all up.


shuvo hridoy
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This chowder is so creamy and flavorful. I love the addition of the bacon and corn.


Apurbo Chanda
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I'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
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I'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
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to follow and the results are amazing.


Mohsin Ramzan
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I made this chowder for a party last weekend and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Hibab Khan
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This 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.


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