CONTEST-WINNING NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER

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This is the best New England clam chowder recipe, ever! In the Pacific Northwest, we dig our own razor clams and I grind them for the chowder. Since these aren't readily available, the canned clams are perfectly acceptable. -Sandy Larson, Port Angeles, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 center-cut bacon strips
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
3 small potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 cup water
1 bottle (8 ounces) clam juice
3 teaspoons reduced-sodium chicken bouillon granules
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups fat-free half-and-half, divided
2 cans (6-1/2 ounces each) chopped clams, undrained

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain; set aside. Saute celery and onion in the drippings until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the potatoes, water, clam juice, bouillon, pepper and thyme. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until potatoes are tender, 15-20 minutes., In a small bowl, combine flour and 1 cup half-and-half until smooth. Gradually stir into soup. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes., Stir in clams and remaining half-and-half; heat through (do not boil). Crumble the cooked bacon; sprinkle over each serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 788mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 13g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Hafashimana Emmanuel
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This chowder is amazing! I love the combination of flavors, and the clams are cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Md Obaydul
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I made this chowder for my family last night and they loved it! The broth was so rich and flavorful, and the clams were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again soon.


Lourens Driemeyer
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This chowder is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day. It's so creamy and flavorful, and the clams are cooked perfectly. I love adding a little bit of chopped parsley to the top for a finishing touch.


Tumelo Baloyi
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I've made this chowder several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it always turns out great. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand, and it always tastes delicious.


Nazheer mohamod
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This chowder is amazing! I love the combination of flavors, and the clams are cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Mukta Saha
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I made this chowder for my family last night and they loved it! The broth was so rich and flavorful, and the clams were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again soon.


Ray
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This chowder is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day. It's so creamy and flavorful, and the clams are cooked perfectly. I love adding a little bit of chopped parsley to the top for a finishing touch.


Sadia Safdar
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I've made this chowder several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it always turns out great. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand, and it always tastes delicious.


Md Muhibur rahman Famale
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This chowder is amazing! I love the combination of flavors, and the clams are cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Bonnie Bigler
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I made this chowder for my family last night and they loved it! The broth was so rich and flavorful, and the clams were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again soon.


Kafayat
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This chowder is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day. It's so creamy and flavorful, and the clams are cooked perfectly. I love adding a little bit of chopped parsley to the top for a finishing touch.


Trinity Baker
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I've made this chowder several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it always turns out great. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand, and it always tastes delicious.


Masi Pablo
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This chowder is amazing! I love the combination of flavors, and the clams are cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Juan Bunker
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I made this chowder for my family last night and they loved it! The broth was so rich and flavorful, and the clams were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again soon.


Ch Tajammal chohan
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This chowder is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day. It's so creamy and flavorful, and the clams are cooked perfectly. I love adding a little bit of chopped parsley to the top for a finishing touch.


Sita Shahi
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I've made this chowder several times now and it's always a winner. It's so easy to make and it always turns out great. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand, and it always tastes delicious.


Grace Aikins
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This chowder is absolutely delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The broth is so rich and flavorful, and the clams are cooked to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves clam chowder.


Avantha Premarathna
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I made this chowder for a party last weekend and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it, and I even had people asking for the recipe. Thanks for sharing such a great dish!


Narbas Yonzan
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This 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 and again.