Mike's New England Clam Chowder & Homemade Croutons

Name: Mike's New England Clam Chowder & Homemade Croutons
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (28 oz) Can Baby Clams [reserve all juices]; 28 oz Chicken Broth; 1 Cup Heavy Cream; 1 1/2 Cups Celery [chopped with leaves]; 1 1/2 Cups White Onion [chopped]; 3 Cups Potatoes [peeled and chopped]; 2 Garlic Cloves [fine chop]; 1/2 tsp Dried Thyme; 1/2 tsp Old Bay Seasoning; 2 Bay Leaves; 2 tablespoons Butter; 1 Baguette Loaf [+ 2 tbs butter - dash garlic oil or powder - parsley]; 3 tablespoons AP Flour; 2 tbs Corn Starch & Water [for thickener - optional]

Servings: persons

1 (28 oz) Can Baby Clams [reserve all juices]
28 oz Chicken Broth
1 Cup Heavy Cream
1 1/2 Cups Celery [chopped with leaves]
1 1/2 Cups White Onion [chopped]
3 Cups Potatoes [peeled and chopped]
2 Garlic Cloves [fine chop]
1/2 tsp Dried Thyme
1/2 tsp Old Bay Seasoning
2 Bay Leaves
2 tablespoons Butter
1 Baguette Loaf [+ 2 tbs butter - dash garlic oil or powder - parsley]
3 tablespoons AP Flour
2 tbs Corn Starch & Water [for thickener - optional]

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Here's what you'll need.
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Flour not pictured.
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Fine chop your vegetables.
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Add your flour and stir well and often for 5 minutes.
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You're burning out that flour taste.
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Drain your clams and reserve all fluids.
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Set clams to the side.
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Add all fluids to your pot.
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Simmer for 20 minutes or, until your potatoes have softened.
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At this point you'll have the option to thicken your chowder.
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You'll do it at this point exactly since as the potatoes soften, they will thicken the broth.
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Add your clams, stir and simmer 1 minute.
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No longer or you'll have extremely chewy clams.
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For the croutons:
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Garnish bowl with fresh parsley and place your croutons on top.
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Enjoy!
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Feel free to garnish with fresh clams as well.
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Just steam clams in a slight amount of water until they open.
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Discard any that don't open.

1087

kcal

Calories

Fat

115

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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (28 oz) Can Baby Clams [reserve all juices], 28 oz Chicken Broth, 1 Cup Heavy Cream, 1 1/2 Cups Celery [chopped with leaves], and more.

Yes, Mike's New England Clam Chowder & Homemade Croutons 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!