Real New England Clam Chowder With Bacon Recipe

Name: Real New England Clam Chowder With Bacon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 12 lbs steamer clams (or 2 lbs. cherrystone clams); 4 slices bacon, chopped; 1 medium yellow onion, chopped; 1 teaspoon butter; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 3 medium potatoes; ¾ cup light cream or ¾ cup half-and-half; 3 tablespoons white wine; ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste); ½ teaspoon fresh ground pepper; ¼ teaspoon dried thyme

Servings: persons

1 12 lbs steamer clams (or 2 lbs. cherrystone clams)
4 slices bacon, chopped
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
1 teaspoon butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 medium potatoes
¾ cup light cream or ¾ cup half-and-half
3 tablespoons white wine
½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
½ teaspoon fresh ground pepper
¼ teaspoon dried thyme

1
Boil 1 1/2 inches water in a large pot.
2
Rinse & scrub steamers, and add to boiling water.
3
Cook covered 5-10 minutes, until all shells are opened.
4
Remove clams to cool, reserve 3 cups broth.
5
Cook bacon & onion in heavy pot over medium heat, stirring often, until bacon starts to crisp and onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
6
Meanwhile, peel and dice potatoes.
7
Add butter to onion mixture, stir until melted.
8
Add flour and stir 1 minute.
9
Gradually add clam broth, stirring constantly.
10
Add diced potatoes and bring to boil.
11
Reduce heat to simmer until potatoes are soft, about 10 minutes, stirring often.
12
Meanwhile, shuck, rinse, and chop clams.
13
Add chopped clams.
14
Add light cream, white wine, salt & pepper, and thyme.
15
Return to boil, then reduce to simmer.
16
Taste for seasoning, serve.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 12 lbs steamer clams (or 2 lbs. cherrystone clams), 4 slices bacon, chopped, 1 medium yellow onion, chopped, 1 teaspoon butter, and more.

Yes, Real New England Clam Chowder With Bacon 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!

Real New England Clam Chowder With Bacon

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