New England Clam Chowder Recipe

Name: New England Clam Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 lb. salt pork or bacon, diced; 2 medium onions, sliced; 3 doz. hard-shell clams, shucked with liquid reserved; water; 2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour; 3 large potatoes, diced (3 c.); 2 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. celery salt; 1/4 tsp. pepper; 3 c. milk; 1 Tbsp. butter or margarine; parsley for garnish (optional)

Servings: persons

1/4 lb. salt pork or bacon, diced
2 medium onions, sliced
3 doz. hard-shell clams, shucked with liquid reserved
water
2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
3 large potatoes, diced (3 c.)
2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. celery salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
3 c. milk
1 Tbsp. butter or margarine
parsley for garnish (optional)

1
Begin 30 minutes ahead.
2
In 3-quart saucepan over medium heat, cook salt pork until lightly browned; add onions and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
3
Add enough water to clam liquid to make 2 cups.
4
Stir flour into onion mixture until blended.
5
Gradually stir in clam-liquid mixture and cook, stirring constantly, until slightly thickened.
6
Stir in potatoes, salt, celery salt and pepper; cover and cook until potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes. Chop clams; add clams, milk and butter to pan; cover and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes, stirring.
7
Garnish with parsley. Makes 4 servings or 10 cups.

389

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* 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.

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: 1/4 lb. salt pork or bacon, diced, 2 medium onions, sliced, 3 doz. hard-shell clams, shucked with liquid reserved, water, and more.

Yes, New England 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!

New England Clam Chowder

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