New England Clam Chowder III Recipe

Name: New England Clam Chowder III
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 8 onions, chopped; 2 bunches celery, chopped; 1 gallon milk; 18 (16 ounce) cans minced clams, drained with juice reserved; 4 quarts chicken broth; 2 quarts heavy cream; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme; salt and pepper to taste

Servings: persons

1
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt butter.
2
Stir in flour all at once and continue to cook and stir until it again becomes bubbly at the edges.
3
Remove roux from heat and set aside.
4
In a 10 gallon pot over medium heat, cook onions and celery until just tender.
5
Meanwhile, place milk in a large double boiler and cook slowly over simmering water.
6
Whisk in the roux and cook the milk until thickened, stirring frequently.
7
Stir clam juice and chicken broth into the large pot and bring to a boil.
8
Then stir in the thickened milk.
9
Bring that just to a simmer, then stir in the heavy cream, thyme and clams.
10
Simmer 10 minutes more, then season with salt and pepper.

761

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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.
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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup butter, 1 cup all-purpose flour, 8 onions, chopped, 2 bunches celery, chopped, and more.

Yes, New England Clam Chowder III 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 III

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