CREAMY CHEESY CLAM CHOWDER

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Not for those on a diet! Rich and creamy with a slight smoky flavor! Serve with crisp French bread and a fresh green salad.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Chowders

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

4 lbs littleneck clams
1 cup white wine or 1 cup water
3 tablespoons butter
1 slice bacon, chopped into small pieces
1 large onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup carrot, diced finely
1/4 cup flour
4 cups clam juice (from steaming clams and bottled juice)
1 (8 ounce) can baby clams
1 cup light cream
1 cup heavy cream
3 medium potatoes, boiled, peeled, and diced
1 cup frozen peas
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
hot pepper sauce
scallion, thinly sliced (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Steam clams open in a cup of wine in a heavy pot.
  • Remove from pot and cool.
  • Remove clams from shells.
  • Rinse the clams well.
  • Strain clam broth through a mesh screen or cheesecloth.
  • Add strained broth, broth from canned baby clams, and enough bottled clam juice or water to equal 4 cups.
  • Set aside.
  • In a heavy pot over MEDIUM heat,cook bacon pieces till crisp add butter melt and cook the onion,celery, carrots, and garlic until translucent.
  • Slowly stir in the flour and cook for two minutes, stirring well.
  • Add reserved clam juices to the sauté mixture.
  • Bring to a boil; whisking thoroughly to break up any lumps, and then reduce heat.
  • Add creams and simmer 20 minutes.
  • Add white pepper, thyme, potatoes, peas, and steamed clams& the can of baby clams.
  • Add cheese till melted through.
  • Do not allow to boil as this will toughen the clams.
  • Season with salt and hot pepper sauce to taste.
  • Garnish with scallions.

Chloe Loves 1D
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This clam chowder was a bit too creamy for my taste, but the flavors were still good. I think I would try it again with less cream next time.


Stacey Dosiet
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I made this clam chowder for my family and they loved it! The creamy, cheesy sauce was a big hit. I will definitely be making this again.


Jaquin Lemonious
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This clam chowder was just what I was looking for. It was creamy and cheesy, with tender clams and a delicious broth. I will definitely be making this again.


jane chingwena
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I've never made clam chowder before but this recipe was so easy to follow. The chowder turned out amazing! I'll definitely be making it again.


Farah Noor
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This clam chowder was easy to make and turned out great! The flavors were perfect and the clams were cooked perfectly.


Hedy Ramirez
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I made this clam chowder for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. I'll definitely be making it again.


Muhammad Razwan
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This clam chowder was delicious! The creamy, cheesy sauce was perfect and the clams were tender and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Samjana Poudel
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I love this clam chowder! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I usually double the recipe so I can have leftovers for lunch the next day.


Sasha Sukhu
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This was a great recipe! The chowder was creamy and cheesy, and the clams were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


3!bsk
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I've made this clam chowder several times now and it's always a winner. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love the creamy, cheesy sauce and the tender clams. I usually serve it with a side of crusty bread or crackers.


Ammara Ammal
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This clam chowder was a hit! The creamy, cheesy sauce was rich and flavorful, and the clams were tender and juicy. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. I served it with a crusty bread and a salad, and it was a delicious and sati


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