CLAM CHOWDER FOR 60

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When my mobile home park put on a "Soup Day" potluck, this is the recipe I made. Everyone agreed it tasted as good-if not better!-than the version so popular in New England.-Gretchen Draeger, Santa Cruz, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h25m

Yield 60 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

30 cans (6-1/2 ounces each) minced clams
8 cups diced onions
1-1/2 pounds butter, cubed
2 cups all-purpose flour
3 quarts milk
3 bunches celery, sliced
3 cups minced fresh parsley
12 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed
3 pounds shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Drain and rinse clams, reserving juice; set aside. In a two stockpots, saute onions in butter until tender. Add flour; stir to form a smooth paste. Gradually add the milk, stirring constantly until slightly thickened (do not boil). Add celery, parsley and potatoes and cook until tender, about 45 minutes. , Add clams and cheese; cook until cheese is melted and soup is heated through. Add the reserved clam juice, salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286 calories, Fat 19g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 307mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

Saeeed khan
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This is my favorite clam chowder recipe. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


Darren Smith
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This clam chowder is so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that I can use fresh or canned clams.


Oltinbek Mamadjonov
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I made this clam chowder for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Ellena
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This is the best clam chowder I've ever had. The broth is so rich and flavorful, and the clams are cooked perfectly.


Mera Samlal
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I've been making this clam chowder recipe for years and it's always a hit. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


Adjoa Aboagyewaa
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This clam chowder is so good, I could drink it like soup!


Sheikh Waqar
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I was skeptical about making clam chowder at home, but this recipe made it so easy. The chowder turned out amazing, and I'll definitely be making it again.


Frank Kerstetter
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This clam chowder is a must-try for any seafood lover. It's rich, creamy, and packed with flavor.


Muhammad Ghazanfar Hussain
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I'm not a big fan of clam chowder, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious and flavorful, I could eat it every day.


Qandeel Fatima
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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.


Deebas Chhetri
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I made this clam chowder for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about how delicious it was.


sudais yaseen
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This is my go-to clam chowder recipe. It's simple to make and always turns out great.


Glenn Chiasson
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I've made this clam chowder recipe several times and it's always a winner. The broth is so rich and flavorful, and the clams are cooked perfectly.


Nozipho Gama
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The recipe was easy to follow and the chowder turned out delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Schantelle Achieng
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This clam chowder was a hit at our dinner party! Everyone loved the creamy, flavorful broth and the tender clams.