CLAM CHOWDER III
Very basic and easy, and by no means low in fat, but very well worth it.
Provided by BABYBLUEUT
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Seafood
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a blender, combine onion, garlic and enough water to make a smooth paste. Set aside.
- In a large pot, combine potatoes, celery, salt, pepper, onion mixture and juice from clams. Augment with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are soft, 20 minutes.
- Stir in half-and-half and sugar. Combine melted butter and flour, then whisk into soup. Cook and stir until thickened. Stir in clams and adjust seasonings.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 705.6 calories, Carbohydrate 46.6 g, Cholesterol 182.9 mg, Fat 43.6 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 32.6 g, SaturatedFat 26.3 g, Sodium 741.9 mg, Sugar 3.1 g
MY BEST CLAM CHOWDER
A delicious, traditional, cream based chowder, this recipe calls for the standard chowder ingredients: onion, celery, potatoes, diced carrots, clams, and cream. A little red wine vinegar is added before serving for extra flavor.
Provided by PIONEERGIRL
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Seafood
Time 50m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Drain juice from clams into a large skillet over the onions, celery, potatoes and carrots. Add water to cover, and cook over medium heat until tender.
- Meanwhile, in a large, heavy saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour until smooth. Whisk in cream and stir constantly until thick and smooth. Stir in vegetables and clam juice. Heat through, but do not boil.
- Stir in clams just before serving. If they cook too much they get tough. When clams are heated through, stir in vinegar, and season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 501.2 calories, Carbohydrate 28.4 g, Cholesterol 136.6 mg, Fat 32.7 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 23.9 g, SaturatedFat 19.7 g, Sodium 712.3 mg, Sugar 2.4 g
CLAM CHOWDER FOR A CROWD
"Clam Chowder for a Crowd is a very popular dish at church camp and our family reunion," notes Mrs. Lynn Richardson of Bauxite, Arkansas. "It has a thinner broth than most chowders but is very flavorful," she confirms.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 1h10m
Yield 60-65 servings (1 cup each).
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In two stockpots, bring water and salt to a boil. Carefully add potatoes; cook until tender (do not drain). In another large pan, saute onions in butter until tender. Add onions and carrots to potato mixture; heat through. , Drain clams if desired. Add the clams, milk, parsley and pepper to vegetable mixture; heat through. Just before serving, stir in bacon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 107 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 451mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
CREAMY CLAM CHOWDER
At our Pittsburgh competition, Lori Kimble's rich and satisfying chowder took top honors. She relates, "This family favorite is perhaps the easiest recipe for clam chowder that I have ever made. Served with sourdough bread, it's especially delicious."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 45m
Yield 9 servings (about 2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, saute the onion, carrots and celery in butter until tender. Stir in potato soup and two cans of undrained clams. Drain and discard juice from remaining can of clams; add clams to soup. , Combine cornstarch and a 1 cup of cream until smooth; stir into soup. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Gradually stir in the remaining cream; heat through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 339 calories, Fat 27g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 100mg cholesterol, Sodium 568mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
MOM'S CLAM CHOWDER RECIPE - (4.6/5)
Provided by hanley89
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1.Drain juice from clams into a large skillet over the onions, celery, potatoes. Add water to cover, and cook over medium heat until tender, about 10-15 minutes 2.Meanwhile, in a large, heavy saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour until smooth. Whisk in cream and stir constantly until thick and smooth. Stir in vegetables and clam juice. Heat through,about 15-20 minutes but do not boil. 3.Stir in clams just before serving. If they cook too much they get tough. When clams are heated through,about 5 minutes, stir in vinegar, and season with salt and pepper.
MIKE'S CLAM CHOWDER
Steps:
- Bring the clam juice and diced potatoes to a boil in a large soup pot. Cook until the potatoes are tender. Set aside.
- To make roux: In a pot, render the bacon, until crispy. Stir in the onion until it's translucent. Add bay leaves, thyme and butter and let it melt. Whisk in the flour and let the roux cook until it turns golden brown, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Bring the clam juice and potato back to a boil. Whisk in a ladleful of clam juice into the roux then gradually whisk the roux into the soup pot until it thickens. Then whisk in the half and half and heat to a simmer while whisking. Add the clams and let simmer for 2 to 3 minutes. Then add the parsley and kosher salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot with oyster crackers.
CLAM CHOWDER
We make this recipe on Halloween night, along with My five star potato Soup for the kids. Its quick yet special. Serve with some crusty garlic toast! Thank you Stephanie!
Provided by LizAnn
Categories Chowders
Time 25m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In medium saucepan add: salt, celery, potatoes, onion,"juice" from the 2 cans of clams.
- Add just enough water to cover mixture.
- Simmer 8-10 minute or until potatoes are tender.
- Meanwhile: In a large stockpot, bring to boil 1 half and half and butter stirring constantly.
- Mix together cornstarch and milk.
- Slowly stir into half and half mixture while boiling, stirring rapidly, remove from heat.
- Stir in vegetable mixture.
- Add red wine vinegar.
- Add clams and Fresh pepper to taste!
- DO NOT BOIL CLAMS!
- Enjoy!
Tips for Making Clam Chowder
When making clam chowder, there are many tips that can help you create a delicious and flavorful dish. First, use fresh clams whenever possible. Fresh clams will give your chowder the best flavor. If you can't find fresh clams, frozen clams will work just fine. Just be sure to thaw them before using them. Second, don't overcook the clams. Clams are delicate and will toughen if they are overcooked. Cook them just until they are opaque and tender. Third, use a good quality stock. The stock is the base of your chowder, so it's important to use a good one. Use a stock that is flavorful and has a rich body. Fourth, don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients. There are many different ways to make clam chowder, so don't be afraid to try different ingredients and find what you like best. Finally, serve your clam chowder hot with a side of crusty bread. Clam chowder is a hearty and delicious meal that is perfect for a cold winter day.Conclusion
Clam chowder is a classic dish that is enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients. Whether you like your clam chowder thick or thin, with or without vegetables, there is a recipe out there that is perfect for you. So next time you're looking for a delicious and comforting meal, give clam chowder a try.
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