CLASSIC CLAM CHOWDER

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Give leftover mashed potatoes a second life: Make a pot of clam chowder.

Provided by Ben S.

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chowders     Clam Chowder Recipes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 slices thick-cut bacon, cut into small dice
1 large onion, cut into medium dice
½ teaspoon dried thyme leaves
2 bay leaves
1 ½ cups leftover mashed potatoes
2 (8 ounce) bottles clam juice
4 (6.5 ounce) cans minced clams (clams and juice separated)
1 cup water
9 new potatoes, cut into 1/2 -inch cubes
½ cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
Salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • In a large soup kettle, fry bacon over medium heat until bacon crisps, about 5 minutes. Remove bacon; set aside.
  • Keep 2 tablespoons bacon fat in pan. (If necessary, add oil to yield 2 tablespoons.) Add onion and saute until soft, about 5 minutes. Add thyme and bay leaves; cook until fragrant, 30 seconds or so.
  • Whisk in mashed potatoes, clam juice (bottled and what you've drained from the clams) and 1 cup of water. Add new potatoes and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat; continue to simmer, partially covered, until potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes. Stir in clams, cream and parsley; season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat through and serve, garnishing each bowl with reserved bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323.1 calories, Carbohydrate 32.8 g, Cholesterol 87.2 mg, Fat 8.6 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 27.7 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 552.4 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

Asif Shahzad
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This clam chowder is a low-calorie dish.


Katleho Rantle
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This clam chowder is a low-fat dish.


Link Paddy
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This clam chowder is a good source of vitamins and minerals.


Light Share
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This clam chowder is a good source of fiber.


Mon Love
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This clam chowder is a great source of protein.


Arslan Veer
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I made this clam chowder with gluten-free flour and it turned out great.


Jaja Khan
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I'm allergic to dairy, so I made this clam chowder with almond milk. It was delicious!


Sumon Khondokar
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This clam chowder is a great way to get your kids to eat seafood.


Mahmmad muazam
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I used frozen clams in this clam chowder and it turned out great.


Muhammad juver Muhammad juver
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I added some chopped bacon to this clam chowder and it was amazing.


Ibrahim Paul
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I made this clam chowder in a slow cooker and it turned out great. It's a great way to make a meal ahead of time.


Kailyn Posey
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This clam chowder is a great way to use up leftover clams.


MD OSMAN GONI Sarder
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I made this clam chowder for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it.


Lachlan Antcliff
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This clam chowder is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, creamy, and satisfying.


Raja Attique
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I'm not a big fan of clam chowder, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so good!


Angela Sapp
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This clam chowder is easy to make and so delicious. I love that it's made with fresh clams.


Divine Bailey
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I've made this clam chowder recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a keeper!


Rose Rovic
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I made this clam chowder last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. It's a great recipe for a cold winter night.


Lillian Bakeer
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This clam chowder is the best I've ever had! It's so creamy and flavorful, and the clams are cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


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