Clam Chowder Recipe

Name: Clam Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 slices bacon, cut in 1/4-inch crosswise pieces; 1 large onion, finely diced; 3 cans drained minced clams (save the juice); 2 cans drained chopped clams (save the juice); 3 Tbsp. flour; 2 c. half and half; 2 c. milk (can eliminate above half and half and use all milk, but the half and half does add a richness to the chowder that is very good); 2 to 4 c. raw diced potatoes (1/2-inch squares); 3 Tbsp. butter; salt and pepper to taste

Servings: persons

3 slices bacon, cut in 1/4-inch crosswise pieces
1 large onion, finely diced
3 cans drained minced clams (save the juice)
2 cans drained chopped clams (save the juice)
3 Tbsp. flour
2 c. half and half
2 c. milk (can eliminate above half and half and use all milk, but the half and half does add a richness to the chowder that is very good)
2 to 4 c. raw diced potatoes (1/2-inch squares)
3 Tbsp. butter
salt and pepper to taste

1
Saute bacon and onion slowly until the bacon is brown, but not crisp and the onion is clear (at least 10 minutes).
2
Add the drained clams (save juice) and cook slowly for 10 minutes.
3
Sift flour over clams and stir until blended.
4
Add clam juice, half and half and milk and stir well.
5
Add diced potatoes; cover pan and simmer until potatoes are done, but still firm.
6
Stir periodically.
7
Add butter and simmer 3 minutes.
8
Add salt and pepper to taste.
9
Can serve immediately, but is best the next day. Cool; refrigerate overnight, then reheat and serve with crackers.

516

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 slices bacon, cut in 1/4-inch crosswise pieces, 1 large onion, finely diced, 3 cans drained minced clams (save the juice), 2 cans drained chopped clams (save the juice), and more.

Yes, 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.

Clam Chowder

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