Captain Ron'S Clam Chowder Recipe

Name: Captain Ron'S Clam Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup water; 4 dozen fresh clams, scrubbed; 8 bacon slices, chopped; 4 onions, chopped (about 5 cups); 1 large garlic clove, minced; 2 large potatoes, diced (about 4 cups); 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 7 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 (8-ounce) bottles clam juice; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 5 cups half-and-half

Servings: persons

1 cup water
4 dozen fresh clams, scrubbed
8 bacon slices, chopped
4 onions, chopped (about 5 cups)
1 large garlic clove, minced
2 large potatoes, diced (about 4 cups)
1 teaspoon dried thyme
7 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 (8-ounce) bottles clam juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
5 cups half-and-half

1
Bring water to a boil in a large Dutch oven or soup pot. Add clams, and steam 5 to 7 minutes or until shells open. Strain cooking water from Dutch oven into a container, discarding any sediment. Shuck clams into a bowl, discarding shells and any whole clams that do not open. Coarsely chop clams, and set aside.
2
Cook bacon in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings in pan. Set bacon aside.
3
Saute onions and garlic in hot drippings over medium-high heat about 5 minutes or until tender. Add potatoes and thyme, and cook 5 minutes, stirring often. Sprinkle flour over potato mixture; cook 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Add reserved clam water and clam juice, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and cook, uncovered, over medium heat 8 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
4
Add parsley and next 3 ingredients. Stir in clams and reserved bacon; cook over medium heat just until thoroughly heated.
5
Pour 2004 or 2005 Marques de Casa Concha Chardonnay. This fruity and buttery wine stands up to rich chowder but doesn't overwhelm.

1298

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup water, 4 dozen fresh clams, scrubbed, 8 bacon slices, chopped, 4 onions, chopped (about 5 cups), and more.

Yes, Captain Ron'S Clam Chowder falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Captain Ron'S Clam Chowder

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