Best 6 The Old Spaghetti Factorys Clam Chowder Recipes

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Indulge in the classic flavors of New England with this delightful Clam Chowder recipe, inspired by the iconic Old Spaghetti Factory. This creamy and savory soup is brimming with tender clams, flavorful vegetables, and aromatic herbs, all simmered to perfection in a rich and flavorful broth. Perfect for a comforting meal or a special occasion, this Clam Chowder is sure to impress.

Along with the classic Clam Chowder, this article also features a collection of equally tempting recipes that will tantalize your taste buds. From the zesty and refreshing Cucumber Salad, perfect for a light summer lunch, to the decadent Chocolate Lava Cakes, guaranteed to satisfy any sweet tooth, this article has something for every palate.

Let's cook with our recipes!

OLD SPAGHETTI FACTORY'S CLAM SAUCE



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Make and share this Old Spaghetti Factory's Clam Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Juliesmom

Categories     Sauces

Time 15m

Yield 1 batch, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 ounces butter
2 cloves garlic, chopped fine
1/2 onion, chopped fine
3 stalks celery, chopped fine
3 tablespoons flour
2 (8 ounce) cans chopped clams, with juice
1 quart half-and-half
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon thyme

Steps:

  • Combine first four ingredients in a saucepan.
  • Saute over medium-low heat until vegetables are tender but not brown.
  • Add flour and mix to make a roux.
  • In another saucepan, combine the juice from the clams, half and half, salt, white pepper, and thyme; heat until just below boiling.
  • Add the half and half mixture and the clam meat to the roux.
  • Stir until the sauce thickens.
  • Serve over your favorite buttered spaghetti noodles with generous portions of Parmesan cheese.

OLD SPAGHETTI FACTORY ORIGINAL CLAM SAUCE



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Make and share this Old Spaghetti Factory Original Clam Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by JandBsMom

Categories     Sauces

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 ounces butter
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
3 stalks celery, finely chopped
3 tablespoons flour
2 (6 ounce) cans clams, chopped
1 quart half-and-half
1/4 teaspoon ground thyme
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Combine butter, garlic, onion and celery in a saucepan.
  • Braise over medium-low heat until tender but not brown.
  • Add the flour, and mix to make a roux.
  • Drain clams, reserving juice.
  • In a separate saucepan, combine clam juice, half-and-half, thyme and salt.
  • Heat until just below boiling.
  • Add to roux, and cook until sauce thickens.
  • Add clams, stirring gently to mix through out the sauce.
  • Serve over noodles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 573.5, Fat 46, SaturatedFat 28.4, Cholesterol 160.5, Sodium 1363.1, Carbohydrate 20.6, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 1.6, Protein 20.8

THE OLD SPAGHETTI FACTORY'S CLAM CHOWDER RECIPE - (4.8/5)



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Provided by á-174942

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 slices uncooked bacon minced
3/4 cup diced onion
1 1/3 cups diced celery - (abt 5 ribs)
1/2 cup butter - (1 stick)
1/4 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1 pinch freshly-ground black pepper
3/4 cup all-purpose flour plus
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups clam juice
4 cans chopped clams - (6 1/2 oz ea) with juice
1 large potato peeled, diced
1 cup half-and-half

Steps:

  • In a large pot, brown the bacon. Add the onion and celery and saute until translucent. Add butter, garlic, thyme, mustard and pepper. Mix thoroughly and heat until the butter is melted. Add flour and mix well. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Add the clam juice and the strained juice from the canned clams, reserving the clams. Whisk until smooth and simmer about 45 minutes. Add the potatoes and simmer 20 to 30 minutes or until the potatoes are tender. Add the chopped clams and half-and-half and heat to serving temperature. Do not boil. This recipe yields 8 cups.

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

THE BEST CLAM CHOWDER



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This is a basic New England clam chowder, though with leeks used in place of the traditional onions, and a splash of wine to add a floral note. Also: thyme. Very continental! It is shockingly delicious and deserves its title as best. Bacon will add a smoky note to the stew. If you use it, it may be worth it to go the whole distance and get expensive double-smoked bacon instead of the standard supermarket fare. The salt pork, which is not smoked, will take the meal in the opposite direction, emphasizing the pure flavor of the clams.

Provided by Sam Sifton

Time 1h

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

24 medium-size quahog clams, usually rated ''top neck'' or ''cherrystone,'' rinsed
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1/4 pound slab bacon or salt pork, diced
2 leeks, tops removed, halved and cleaned, then sliced into half moons
3 large Yukon Gold potatoes, cubed
1/2 cup dry white wine
3 sprigs thyme
1 bay leaf
2 cups cream
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
1/4 cup chopped parsley.

Steps:

  • Put the clams in a large, heavy Dutch oven, add about 4 cups water, then set over medium-high heat. Cover, and cook until clams have opened, approximately 10 to 15 minutes. (Clams that fail to open after 15 to 20 minutes should be discarded.) Strain clam broth through a sieve lined with cheesecloth or doubled-up paper towels, and set aside. Remove clams from shells, and set aside as well.
  • Rinse out the pot, and return it to the stove. Add butter, and turn heat to medium-low. Add bacon or salt pork, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the fat has rendered and the pork has started to brown, approximately 5 to 7 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to remove pork from fat, and set aside.
  • Add the leeks to the fat, and cook, stirring frequently, until they are soft but not brown, about 10 minutes. Stir in potatoes and wine, and continue cooking until wine has evaporated and the potatoes have just started to soften, approximately 5 minutes. Add enough clam broth to just cover the potatoes, approximately 3 cups, reserving the rest for another use. Add the thyme and the bay leaf.
  • Partly cover the pot, and simmer gently until potatoes are tender, approximately 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, chop the clams into bits about the size of the bacon dice.
  • When potatoes are tender, add cream and stir in chopped clams and reserved bacon. Add black pepper to taste. Let come to a simmer, and remove from heat. (Do not let chowder come to a full boil.) Fish out the thyme and the bay leaf, and discard.
  • The chowder should be allowed to sit for a while to cure. Reheat it to a bare simmer before serving, then garnish with chopped parsley. Serve with oyster crackers.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 398, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 28 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 15 grams, Sodium 544 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

OLD SPAGHETTI FACTORY ORIGINAL CLAM SAUCE RECIPE - (3.5/5)



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Provided by á-2852

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 oz. butter
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
3 medium celery stalks (outside peeled), finely chopped
3 Tbsp. flour
Juice from two (6 oz.) cans of chopped clams (put clams aside for later use)
1 quart half and half
1/4 tsp. ground thyme
1 tsp. salt

Steps:

  • Combine butter, garlic, onion and celery in a saucepan. Braise over medium-low heat until tender but not brown. Add the flour and mi to make a roux. Meanwhile, in another saucepan, combine rest of ingredients and heat until just below boiling. Add to roux and cook until sauce thickens. Add clams, stirring gently to mix throughout the sauce. Serve over noodles.

Tips:

  • Select high-quality clams: Fresh, live clams are essential for the best flavor. Look for clams that have tightly closed shells and no cracks or damage.
  • Soak the clams: Soaking the clams in cold water for at least 30 minutes helps to remove any sand or grit.
  • Use a flavorful broth: The broth is the base of the chowder, so it's important to use a flavorful one. A combination of clam juice, chicken broth, and white wine works well.
  • Cook the vegetables properly: The vegetables should be cooked until they are tender but still have a slight bite to them. Overcooking will make them mushy.
  • Add the clams at the end: Clams cook quickly, so they should be added to the chowder last. Overcooking will make them tough.
  • Season to taste: Taste the chowder and adjust the seasonings as needed. Common seasonings include salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.

Conclusion:

This Old Spaghetti Factory Clam Chowder recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make seafood soup. With its creamy broth, tender clams, and flavorful vegetables, it's sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a comforting and satisfying meal, give this recipe a try!

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