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
Time 55m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
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
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Hafashimana Emmanuel
[email protected]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
[email protected]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
[email protected]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
[email protected]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
[email protected]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
[email protected]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
[email protected]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
[email protected]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
[email protected]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
[email protected]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
[email protected]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
[email protected]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
[email protected]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
[email protected]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
[email protected]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
[email protected]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
[email protected]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
[email protected]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
[email protected]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.