Venus De Milo New England Clam Chowder Recipe

Name: Venus De Milo New England Clam Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups diced potatoes (1/2 inch dice); 5 cups chopped fresh surf clams; 1 1/2 cups clam juice; 4 ounces butter; 1/2 cup flour; 1/4 cup minced onion; 1/4 cup minced celery; 2 tablespoons minced garlic; 2 1/2 cups light cream; salt, as needed; 2 teaspoons ground black pepper; 3 bay leaves; 3 teaspoons dry dill weed

Servings: persons

2 cups diced potatoes (1/2 inch dice)
5 cups chopped fresh surf clams
1 1/2 cups clam juice
4 ounces butter
1/2 cup flour
1/4 cup minced onion
1/4 cup minced celery
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 1/2 cups light cream
salt, as needed
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
3 bay leaves
3 teaspoons dry dill weed

1
Wash the diced potatoes, drain and place in a stock pot with the clam juice.
2
Bring the potatoes to a boil, add the chopped clams and bay leaves and simmer until the potatoes are tender.
3
In a separate stock pot melt the butter and saute the onion, celery, and garlic until the onions become transparent.
4
Add the flour to the butter and onion mixture to make a roux and cook over a low heat for several minutes.
5
Add the hot clam stock through a strainer a cup at a time and whisk until smooth.
6
Add the remaining potatoes, clams, and stock and bring to a simmer.
7
Add the light cream, black pepper, and dill weed and return to a simmer.
8
Adjust the seasoning.
9
Serve at once with crusty bread or oyster crackers.

884

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* 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.
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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups diced potatoes (1/2 inch dice), 5 cups chopped fresh surf clams, 1 1/2 cups clam juice, 4 ounces butter, and more.

Yes, Venus De Milo New England 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!

Venus De Milo New England Clam Chowder

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