Clam And Corn Chowder Recipe

Name: Clam And Corn Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients: 3 bacon slices, cut crosswise into thin strips; 1 bunch scallions (5 or 6); 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided; 2 cups corn (from about 4 ears); 1 pound boiling potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes; 2 (8-ounce) bottles clam juice; 1/2 cup water; 2 pounds small hard-shelled clams, well scrubbed; 1 cup whole milk; 1/2 cup heavy cream

Servings: persons

3 bacon slices, cut crosswise into thin strips
1 bunch scallions (5 or 6)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
2 cups corn (from about 4 ears)
1 pound boiling potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 (8-ounce) bottles clam juice
1/2 cup water
2 pounds small hard-shelled clams, well scrubbed
1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup heavy cream

1
Cook bacon in a 4- to 5-quart heavy pot over medium heat, stirring, until slightly browned but not crisp. Chop white and pale green parts of scallions (reserve greens) and add to bacon along with 1 tablespoon butter. Cook, stirring, 2 minutes. Stir in corn, potatoes, clam juice, water, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper and bring to a rolling boil, uncovered. Add clams and return to a boil, then simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until clams are just opened wide, 5 to 8 minutes (discard any clams that remain unopened after 8 minutes).
2
Chop 1/2 cup scallion greens and add to chowder along with milk, cream, and remaining tablespoon butter. Cook, stirring, until heated through (do not let boil). Season with salt and pepper.

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 bacon slices, cut crosswise into thin strips, 1 bunch scallions (5 or 6), 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided, 2 cups corn (from about 4 ears), and more.

Yes, Clam And Corn 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.

Clam And Corn Chowder

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