Creamy Chunky Clammy Chowder Recipe

Name: Creamy Chunky Clammy Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter; 2 ½ cups finely chopped celery; ½ cup chopped celery leaves; 1 large sweet onion, finely chopped; ½ cup finely chopped carrot; 1 garlic clove, minced; ½ cup white wine; 5 lbs yukon gold potatoes, scrubbed, peeled and finely diced (or use you favorite potatoes); 2 (10 ounce) cans baby clams (save juice); 2 (6 1/2 ounce) canschopped clams (save juice); 5 cups water; ¾ teaspoon sugar; ½ teaspoon pepper; ¼ teaspoon salt, to taste; ¼ teaspoon paprika; 2 teaspoons parsley; 2 ½ cups half-and-half; ½ cup flour

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons butter
2 ½ cups finely chopped celery
½ cup chopped celery leaves
1 large sweet onion, finely chopped
½ cup finely chopped carrot
1 garlic clove, minced
½ cup white wine
5 lbs yukon gold potatoes, scrubbed, peeled and finely diced (or use you favorite potatoes)
2 (10 ounce) cans baby clams (save juice)
2 (6 1/2 ounce) canschopped clams (save juice)
5 cups water
¾ teaspoon sugar
½ teaspoon pepper
¼ teaspoon salt, to taste
¼ teaspoon paprika
2 teaspoons parsley
2 ½ cups half-and-half
½ cup flour

1
In a large soup pot, melt butter.
2
Add celery, celery leaves, onion, carrots and garlic; cover and cook about 10 minutes (stirring occasionally) to soften veggies.
3
Add wine and potatoes.
4
Add in the juice from ALL the canned clams (should be about 2 cups total); set clams aside.
5
Add water, sugar, pepper, salt, paprika and parsley; bring to a boil.
6
Reduce heat; cover and simmer for about 15 minutes (stirring occasionally) or until potatoes are tender.
7
Add the clams.
8
In a medium bowl, whisk together half and half with the flour until smooth; pour into soup pot.
9
Stir well.
10
Heat through and serve.

660

kcal

Calories

Fat

128

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons butter, 2 ½ cups finely chopped celery, ½ cup chopped celery leaves, 1 large sweet onion, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Creamy Chunky Clammy 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Creamy Chunky Clammy Chowder

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Variations & substitutions

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