MARI'S CLAM LOVERS CHOWDER

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This is a large amount of clam chowder good for parties or dinners. It's good served with oyster crackers, hard crust breads, or in sourdough bread bowls.

Provided by Mari Stephenson

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chowders     Clam Chowder Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 15

8 (6.5 ounce) cans minced clams, drained with juice reserved
4 ounces bacon, chopped
2 cups finely chopped onion
1 ½ cups diced carrots
2 quarts water
2 cups chopped celery
2 tablespoons minced parsley
5 cups peeled and cubed potatoes
1 ½ cups butter
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 quarts heavy cream
1 ½ teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 ½ teaspoons white sugar
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

Steps:

  • In a large stockpot, saute bacon until almost crisp. Drain fat. Add clam juice, onion, carrots, water, celery, and parsley. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 20 minutes.
  • Add potatoes and simmer 20 more minutes. At the time you add potatoes start cream sauce.
  • In a Dutch oven melt butter and add flour; blend until smooth. Slowly pour in cream, stirring constantly. DO NOT BOIL! When smooth, transfer to the stockpot.
  • Stir in clams, salt, pepper, sugar and red wine vinegar. Simmer, never let boil, until smooth and slightly thickened, about 30 to 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 810.3 calories, Carbohydrate 29.9 g, Cholesterol 273.2 mg, Fat 64.3 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 29.5 g, SaturatedFat 38.9 g, Sodium 728.5 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

Darnell Whittee
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This chowder is a must-try for any seafood lover.


Shehzad Thaheem
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I'm going to try making this chowder with different types of seafood, like shrimp or scallops.


Sr Sajjad
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This chowder is a great way to get your kids to eat seafood.


jazzy land
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I used canned clams in this chowder. They worked just as well as fresh clams.


Beneesha Thapa
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I added some chopped celery and carrots to this chowder for extra vegetables.


Md Noman
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I made this chowder in my slow cooker. It was so easy and turned out great.


maniek
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This chowder is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's also very filling and satisfying.


Richard Murillo
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I'm not a fan of clams, but I loved this chowder. The broth was so flavorful and the potatoes and corn were cooked perfectly.


nasrullah khanmahtam4
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This chowder is also great for meal prep. I made a big batch on the weekend and then had it for lunch all week.


Sami ul Haq
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I topped this chowder with crumbled bacon and chopped chives. It was the perfect finishing touch.


amorcito bello
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I used half-and-half instead of milk in this chowder to make it extra creamy.


Warknesh Dirbsa
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I added a bit of smoked paprika to this chowder for a smoky flavor. It was delicious!


Uk Gameg
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This chowder is a great way to use up leftover clams. It's also a very affordable meal to make.


Nezuko lol
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I'm not usually a fan of chowder, but this one changed my mind. It was so creamy and flavorful, and the clams were cooked perfectly.


Vukile George
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I made this chowder for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Vicky Gee
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This chowder was easy to make and turned out delicious. I used fresh clams, which I think made a big difference in the flavor.


Keneilwe Kgoedi
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I loved the combination of clams, potatoes, and corn in this chowder. It was hearty and filling, and the flavors were perfectly balanced.


Rupa Rahman
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This chowder was a hit with my family! The clams were tender and flavorful, and the broth was rich and creamy. I will definitely be making this again.