Tomato and Bacon Clam Chowder Recipe

Name: Tomato and Bacon Clam Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 slices bacon, chopped; 1 small onion, chopped fine; 1 celery rib, chopped; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 1/2 dozen small hard-shelled clams, shucked, reserving 1/2 cup liquor, and chopped; 1/3 cup dry white wine; 1 cup water; 2 teaspoons tomato paste; 1 small boiling potato; 2 medium vine-ripened tomatoes, seeded and chopped; 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley leaves

Servings: persons

2 slices bacon, chopped
1 small onion, chopped fine
1 celery rib, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 1/2 dozen small hard-shelled clams, shucked, reserving 1/2 cup liquor, and chopped
1/3 cup dry white wine
1 cup water
2 teaspoons tomato paste
1 small boiling potato
2 medium vine-ripened tomatoes, seeded and chopped
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley leaves

1
In a 1 1/2-quart saucepan cook bacon over moderate heat until crisp and transfer with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain.
2
In fat remaining in pan cook onion, celery, and garlic with salt and pepper to taste over moderately low heat, stirring, until softened.
3
In a bowl whisk together reserved clam liquor, wine, water, and tomato paste and add to onion mixture.
4
Peel potato and cut into 1/2-inch pieces.
5
Add potato and tomatoes to saucepan and simmer, covered, until potato is tender, about 15 minutes.
6
Add clams and parsley and simmer, covered, 2 minutes.
7
Serve chowder sprinkled with bacon.

150

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 2 slices bacon, chopped, 1 small onion, chopped fine, 1 celery rib, chopped, 1 garlic clove, minced, and more.

Yes, Tomato and Bacon 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tomato and Bacon Clam Chowder

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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