Mom'S Clam Chowder Recipe

Name: Mom'S Clam Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (6 1/2 ounce) can chopped clams (you can add 2 cans if you really like clams); 1/4 lb bacon (diced); 2 cups bottled clam juice; 4 large potatoes (diced); 1 cup diced celery; 1/2 cup diced carrot; 1 whole onion, chopped; 1 quart half-and-half; salt; pepper; 1/4 teaspoon thyme; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or 2 tablespoons dried parsley

Servings: persons

1 (6 1/2 ounce) can chopped clams (you can add 2 cans if you really like clams)
1/4 lb bacon (diced)
2 cups bottled clam juice
4 large potatoes (diced)
1 cup diced celery
1/2 cup diced carrot
1 whole onion, chopped
1 quart half-and-half
salt
pepper
1/4 teaspoon thyme
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or 2 tablespoons dried parsley

1
Chop or dice all of your vegetables and set aside.
2
Drain clams, save the liquid.
3
(I usually throw in the extra clam juice for the added flavor, you will get about 1/2 cup of juice from the can of clams).
4
(I start the bacon and the vegetables all in the pan that I will finish the soup in- then you get the flavor from the bacon crustys on the bottom).
5
Fry bacon bits and set aside.
6
Drain off all bacon fat but enough to coat the bottom of the pan.
7
Saute potato, onion, celery and carrot in bacon drippings for 5 minutes.
8
Add the clam juice, salt and pepper, thyme and chopped parsley.
9
Cook for 20 minutes or until the veggys are all fork tender.
10
Add the 1/2 and 1/2.
11
Add the Bacon.
12
(This is where I divide the soup if you want a pot of potato soup as well).
13
Add the clams.
14
Thicken to desired consistency with cornstarch and water.

265

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (6 1/2 ounce) can chopped clams (you can add 2 cans if you really like clams), 1/4 lb bacon (diced), 2 cups bottled clam juice, 4 large potatoes (diced), and more.

Yes, Mom'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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mom'S Clam Chowder

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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