New England Clam Chowder Recipe

Name: New England Clam Chowder Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 8 oz. bottles of clam juice; 1 lb. russet potatoes, peeled, diced; 2 T. (1/4 stick) butter; 3 slices of bacon, finely chopped; 2 cups chopped onions; 1 1/4 cup diced celery; 2 garlic cloves, chopped; 1 bay leaf; 1/4 cup all purpose flour; 4 10 oz. cans of whole baby clams; 1 1/4 cups half and half; 1 t. hot pepper sauce

Servings: persons

3 8 oz. bottles of clam juice
1 lb. russet potatoes, peeled, diced
2 T. (1/4 stick) butter
3 slices of bacon, finely chopped
2 cups chopped onions
1 1/4 cup diced celery
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 bay leaf
1/4 cup all purpose flour
4 10 oz. cans of whole baby clams
1 1/4 cups half and half
1 t. hot pepper sauce

1
Melt butter in large pot over medium heat.
2
Add bacon and cook until bacon begins to brown.
3
Add onions, celery, garlic and bay leaf and saute until vegetables are soften, about 6 mins.
4
Stir in flour and cook 2 mins.
5
(do not allow flour to brown)
6
Gradually whisk in the bottles of clam juice.
7
Add potatoes, clams with the juice, half and half and hot pepper sauce.
8
Simmer chowder for 5 mins.
9
to blend flavors, stirring frequently.
10
Season to taste with salt and pepper.

835

kcal

Calories

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.

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: 3 8 oz. bottles of clam juice, 1 lb. russet potatoes, peeled, diced, 2 T. (1/4 stick) butter, 3 slices of bacon, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, New England Clam Chowder Recipe 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!