Clam Chowder Sauce Served at the 2013 Obama Inaugur

Name: Clam Chowder Sauce Served at the 2013 Obama Inaugural Luncheon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 20 littleneck clams, rinsed in cold water; ¼ cup shallot, minced; 1 tablespoon garlic, minced; 1 cup dry white wine; 2 cups canned clam juice; 2 cups heavy cream; ½ tablespoon canola oil; 1 cup finely diced carrot; 1 cup finely diced celery; 1 cup yukon gold potato, peeled and finely diced; 1 cup leek, washed well and finely diced; ½ cup onion, finely diced; ¼ teaspoon kosher salt; ¼ teaspoon cracked black pepper; ¼ cup fresh tarragon

Servings: persons

20 littleneck clams, rinsed in cold water
¼ cup shallot, minced
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
1 cup dry white wine
2 cups canned clam juice
2 cups heavy cream
½ tablespoon canola oil
1 cup finely diced carrot
1 cup finely diced celery
1 cup yukon gold potato, peeled and finely diced
1 cup leek, washed well and finely diced
½ cup onion, finely diced
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon cracked black pepper
¼ cup fresh tarragon

1
Combine shallots, garlic, dry white wine and clam juice in a bowl.
2
Place a large heavy-bottomed pot on high heat for 3-4 minutes.
3
Carefully place the clams in the bottom of the pot.
4
Pour shallot-wine liquid over the clams quickly and cover with a lid.
5
The clams will begin to open after a few minutes.
6
Once the clams are opened, remove the pot from the heat and place clams in a bowl to cool, reserving the shallot liquid.
7
Remove clams from shells and roughly chop them to be added to the sauce at the last minute.
8
Strain the shallot liquid and place in a clean saucepan on medium heat to reduce by half (roughly 1 quart).
9
In a separate sauce pot, saute the diced vegetables in the canal oil with salt and pepper for 3-4 minutes on medium heat.
10
Add the clam liquid and heavy cream to the vegetables and bring to a boil.
11
Reduce heat to simmer and allow sauce to reduce until it reaches your desired consistency and the vegetables are tender.
12
The sauce should coat the back of a wooden spoon.
13
Chop the fresh tarragon and add the tarragon and the chopped clams to the sauce and serve immediately.

525

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 20 littleneck clams, rinsed in cold water, ¼ cup shallot, minced, 1 tablespoon garlic, minced, 1 cup dry white wine, and more.

Yes, Clam Chowder Sauce Served at the 2013 Obama Inaugural Luncheon 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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Clam Chowder Sauce Served at the 2013 Obama Inaugural Luncheon

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