New England Clam Chowder II

New England Clam Chowder II
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    30 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    50 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    699

A creamy and comforting New England Clam Chowder, brimming with tender clams, potatoes, and a hint of smokiness from crispy bacon. This rich and satisfying soup is perfect for a chilly evening or a hearty lunch.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    47 g
  • Cholesterol
    98 mg
  • Fiber
    5 g
  • Protein
    16 g
  • Saturated Fat
    16 g
  • Sodium
    763 mg
  • Sugar
    3 g
  • Fat
    31 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View In a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, fry the bacon until crisp, about 8-10 minutes. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Reserve the bacon fat in the pan. Crumble the bacon and set aside for garnish.

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Recipe View Add the chopped onion and cubed potatoes to the saucepan with the bacon fat. Sauté for 3-5 minutes, or until the onion is softened and translucent.

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Recipe View Sprinkle the flour over the onion and potatoes, stirring well to coat. Cook for 1 minute to remove the raw flour taste.

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Recipe View Pour in the clam juice, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and easily pierced with a fork.

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Recipe View Stir in the half-and-half and drained minced clams. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

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Recipe View If desired, whisk in the heavy cream for extra richness. Heat through gently for about 2-3 minutes, being careful not to boil.

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07 Step

Recipe View Ladle the chowder into bowls and garnish with the crumbled bacon and chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately.

For a thicker chowder, mash some of the potatoes against the side of the pot before adding the half-and-half.
To enhance the clam flavor, add a splash of dry sherry or white wine to the soup along with the clam juice.
Avoid boiling the chowder after adding the cream to prevent curdling. Gently heat it through.
Fresh thyme or bay leaf can be added during the simmering process to infuse a more complex flavor profile. Remember to remove the bay leaf before serving.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 233 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (7)
  • Bernard West

    This recipe is fantastic! The bacon adds so much flavor.

  • Edyth Gusikowski

    Adding the thyme was brilliant. Gave it a wonderful aroma.

  • Aron Okon

    I used milk instead of half-and-half to cut down on the calories and it was still delicious.

  • Burley Koelpin

    I added a splash of sherry at the end and it was amazing!

  • Adrienne Terry

    So easy to make and tastes like it came from a restaurant!

  • Cara Kris

    The tip about mashing some potatoes to thicken it up was perfect!

  • Lizzie Skiles

    My family loved this chowder. I will definitely be making it again.

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