New England Style Clam Chowder Recipe

Name: New England Style Clam Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 pound salt pork, finely minced; 1 large onion, chopped, about 1 cup; 2 celery stalks, chopped, about 1 cup; 1 large leek, white and light green part only, well washed, chopped, about 1 cup; 2 tablespoons flour; 1 quart hot water; 1 pound russet potatoes, peeled and cubed; 1 quart milk; Salt and pepper to taste; 2 dozen chowder clams steamed open, chopped, cleaned and their juices reserved; Oyster crackers

Servings: persons

1/4 pound salt pork, finely minced
1 large onion, chopped, about 1 cup
2 celery stalks, chopped, about 1 cup
1 large leek, white and light green part only, well washed, chopped, about 1 cup
2 tablespoons flour
1 quart hot water
1 pound russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 quart milk
Salt and pepper to taste
2 dozen chowder clams steamed open, chopped, cleaned and their juices reserved
Oyster crackers

1
In a heavy bottomed pot place the salt pork and cook over low-medium heat to render all the fat.
2
Add the onions, celery and leek and cook for 12 to 15 minutes to sweat the vegetables without browning.
3
Add the flour and stir to coat all the vegetables evenly, creating a pale golden roux.
4
Add the hot water, stir well to avoid lumps, and season with salt and pepper.
5
Cook for 30 minutes at a strong simmer before adding the diced potatoes, return to the simmer, and allow to cook for 15 minutes.
6
Add the milk and heat thoroughly but do not scorch or boil the milk.
7
Ad the clams, heat through and adjust the seasoning.
8
Serve with oyster crackers.

148

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 pound salt pork, finely minced, 1 large onion, chopped, about 1 cup, 2 celery stalks, chopped, about 1 cup, 1 large leek, white and light green part only, well washed, chopped, about 1 cup, and more.

Yes, New England Style 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.

New England Style Clam Chowder

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