Clam Chowder Recipe

Name: Clam Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (6 1/2 ounce) cans minced clams; water, if necessary; 2 slices turkey bacon, cut into 1/4-inch pieces (about 2 ounces); 12 onion, chopped fine; 1 minced garlic clove; 1 tablespoon unbleached all-purpose flour; 2 large red potatoes, scrubbed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces (about 3/4 pound); 12-¾ cup heavy cream; 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (minced); table salt & fresh ground pepper

Servings: persons

2 (6 1/2 ounce) cans minced clams
water, if necessary
2 slices turkey bacon, cut into 1/4-inch pieces (about 2 ounces)
12 onion, chopped fine
1 minced garlic clove
1 tablespoon unbleached all-purpose flour
2 large red potatoes, scrubbed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces (about 3/4 pound)
12-¾ cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon fresh parsley (minced)
table salt & fresh ground pepper

1
Drain the clams, reserving the juices.
2
Add the bottled clam juice to the reserved clam juice to measure 2 1/2 cups (if short, add enough water to make up the difference).
3
Cook the bacon in a medium, heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium-high heat until beginning to crisp, about 5 minutes.
4
Stir in the onion and cook until the onion has softened and the bacon is crisp, about 5 minutes.
5
Stir in the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
6
Stir in the flour and coat the vegetables, about 1 minute.
7
Gradually whisk in the clam broth.
8
Stir in the potatoes, bay leaf, and thyme.
9
Bring to a simmer and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.
10
Stir in the clams, cream, and parsley.
11
Return to a simmer briefly, then remove from the heat.
12
Discard the bay leaf, and season with salt and pepper to taste.

1274

kcal

Calories

109

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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: 2 (6 1/2 ounce) cans minced clams, water, if necessary, 2 slices turkey bacon, cut into 1/4-inch pieces (about 2 ounces), 12 onion, chopped fine, 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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