Ray Ramirez Boston Clam Chowder Recipe

Name: Ray Ramirez Boston Clam Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 -6 slices bacon; 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced (about 1 1/2 cups); 14 lb butter; ⅓ cup flour; 1 quart half-and-half; 1 cup chopped celery; 1 large onion, finely diced; 3 tablespoons pimiento, chopped; 16 ounces canned clams (about 3 cans of chopped clams); clam juice, to taste; ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

4 -6 slices bacon
2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced (about 1 1/2 cups)
14 lb butter
⅓ cup flour
1 quart half-and-half
1 cup chopped celery
1 large onion, finely diced
3 tablespoons pimiento, chopped
16 ounces canned clams (about 3 cans of chopped clams)
clam juice, to taste
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
salt and pepper

1
Fry the bacon until cooked but not overly crisp.
2
Drain, chop finely and set aside.
3
Blanch the diced potatoes by placing them in cold water and bringing it to a boil.
4
Let them cook for several minutes then drain and set aside.
5
Simmer the onion in a very small amount of water until almost cooked.
6
Add the celery and cook for a few more minutes.
7
Save the liquid.
8
Melt the butter in a soup pot but do not allow it to brown.
9
Slowly add the flour, stirring to make a roux.
10
Slowly add the half and half,stirring with a wooden spoon to keep it from forming lumps.
11
Add the clam juice.
12
Over medium-low heat, add the celery and onions.
13
Add the pimiento and clams.
14
Add the bacon and the potatoes.
15
Bring to a very low simmer, stirring with a wire whisk or wooden spoon nearly constantly to prevent burning, for at least five minutes or until the potatoes are fully cooked.
16
Lower the heat, add the parsley and season with salt and pepper to taste.
17
Tastes even better if you make it a day or two ahead and then reheat slowly and gently.
18
A crock pot is ideal for re-heating soup.

12016

kcal

Calories

1328

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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: 4 -6 slices bacon, 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced (about 1 1/2 cups), 14 lb butter, ⅓ cup flour, and more.

Yes, Ray Ramirez Boston 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.

Ray Ramirez Boston Clam Chowder

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