Monterey Clam Chowder Recipe

Name: Monterey Clam Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 carrot, diced; 1 medium onion, diced; 1 potato, diced; 1 stalk celery, diced; 1/2 lb bacon, minced; 1/4 lb butter; 3 fresh garlic cloves, minced; 16 ounces clam juice; 1 1/2 cups flour; 2 cups milk; 2 cups heavy whipping cream; 2 cups half-and-half; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 lb clam, chopped (fresh, frozen, or canned)

Servings: persons

1 carrot, diced
1 medium onion, diced
1 potato, diced
1 stalk celery, diced
1/2 lb bacon, minced
1/4 lb butter
3 fresh garlic cloves, minced
16 ounces clam juice
1 1/2 cups flour
2 cups milk
2 cups heavy whipping cream
2 cups half-and-half
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 lb clam, chopped (fresh, frozen, or canned)

1
Place vegetables, bacon and margarine in a 5 quart sauce pot.
2
Saute over medium heat until vegetables are tender. Be careful not to brown or scorch.
3
When vegetables are tender, add flour to make a roux.
4
Cook for two minutes, allowing flour to cook while stirring occasionally.
5
Add clam juice and dairy products.
6
Stir by using a wire whip.
7
Add fresh garlic, black pepper, and chopped clams.
8
Cook over low-medium heat stirring occasionally to prevent chowder from scorching.
9
Cook for two hours or until chowder is brought to desired thickness. If a crockpot, or small steam kettle is available, it is recommended.
10
Also, clam juice can be added to thin chowder down if it gets too thick.
11
Cook for about 1 1/2 hours. The chowder needs to be stirred OFTEN, probably about every 5-10 minutes or so or it will stick to the bottom of the pot.

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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 carrot, diced, 1 medium onion, diced, 1 potato, diced, 1 stalk celery, diced, and more.

Yes, Monterey 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!

Monterey Clam Chowder

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