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 qt. shucked clams, chopped; 1/4 lb. bacon, diced; 3 Tbsp. onion, minced; 3 Tbsp. celery, minced; 3 Tbsp. turnip, minced; 2 Tbsp. carrots, minced; 2 Tbsp. leeks, minced; 1 Tbsp. lard; pinch of thyme; 2 Tbsp. flour; 4 c. clam juice; 2 c. potatoes, peeled and diced; 1 c. heavy cream; 2 Tbsp. butter; salt and white pepper to taste; paprika

Servings: persons

1 qt. shucked clams, chopped
1/4 lb. bacon, diced
3 Tbsp. onion, minced
3 Tbsp. celery, minced
3 Tbsp. turnip, minced
2 Tbsp. carrots, minced
2 Tbsp. leeks, minced
1 Tbsp. lard
pinch of thyme
2 Tbsp. flour
4 c. clam juice
2 c. potatoes, peeled and diced
1 c. heavy cream
2 Tbsp. butter
salt and white pepper to taste
paprika

1
In a large soup pot, render bacon and lard together.
2
Then sweat the vegetables and thyme in this fat without taking any color.
3
Stir in the flour to make a smooth paste.
4
Slowly add the clam juice, stirring constantly.
5
Add the milk, cream and potatoes and simmer slowly until potatoes are tender.
6
Add the clams and cook another 2 minutes.
7
Adjust seasoning with white pepper, but use salt sparingly.
8
Remove soup from the heat and melt pads of butter on top.
9
Sprinkle with paprika.
10
Serve with crackers or buttered toast.

540

kcal

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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

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 qt. shucked clams, chopped, 1/4 lb. bacon, diced, 3 Tbsp. onion, minced, 3 Tbsp. celery, minced, 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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