Ivar'S Clam Chowder Recipe

Name: Ivar'S Clam Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients: 2 (6 1/2 ounce) cans minced clams; 1 cup finely chopped onion; 1 cup finely diced celery; 2 cups finely diced potatoes; 3/4 cup butter or 3/4 cup margarine; 3/4 cup flour; 4 cups half-and-half, warmed; 1 teaspoon salt, to taste; 1 dash pepper; 1/2 teaspoon sugar

Servings: persons

2 (6 1/2 ounce) cans minced clams
1 cup finely chopped onion
1 cup finely diced celery
2 cups finely diced potatoes
3/4 cup butter or 3/4 cup margarine
3/4 cup flour
4 cups half-and-half, warmed
1 teaspoon salt, to taste
1 dash pepper
1/2 teaspoon sugar

1
In a medium saucepan, drain the juice from the clams; set the clams aside.
2
Combine clam juice with the onions, celery and potatoes.
3
Add enough water to barely cover and simmer, covered, over medium heat until the potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.
4
In a large saucepan, melt the butter.
5
Add flour and stir in to the butter.
6
Slowly whisk in the warm half-and-half.
7
Cook and whisk until smooth and thick, about 5 minutes.
8
If you want a thinner chowder, add 1/2 to 3/4 cup water or clam broth.
9
Add the vegetables with their cooking liquid, clams, salt, pepper and sugar to the pan.
10
Stir well and adjust the seasonings if necessary.

No nutrition data on file — estimate from the ingredient list.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

How did you like this recipe?

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, 1 cup finely chopped onion, 1 cup finely diced celery, 2 cups finely diced potatoes, and more.

Yes, Ivar'S 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.

Ivar'S Clam Chowder

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions