If you want to enjoy a warm, creamy bowl of clam chowder without making a huge batch, you can easily make a version for one. This is a great option for a quick lunch or dinner, as it is ready in just 20 minutes. The best part is that you can customize it to your liking, adding more or less of your favorite ingredients to create the perfect bowl of clam chowder.
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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 ONE
If you love the classic clam chowders served in many restaurants, I know you'll enjoy this recipe. It tastes better than any other versions I've tried. You'll be delighted with this soup's easy preparation.-Donna Smith, Fairport, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 1 serving.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, cook potato, onion, salt and pepper in water until vegetables are tender (do not drain). Add clams, milk, butter and bacon; heat through (do not boil). Sprinkle with parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 486 calories, Fat 30g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 99mg cholesterol, Sodium 1429mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein.
CLAM CHOWDER FOR ONE
Enjoy all the flavors of a classic clam chowder without wondering where on earth you'll store all the leftovers! Great with a sandwich for lunch, or as an appetizer for a seafood supper.
Provided by TGirl
Categories Chowders
Time 25m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In pot, cook potato, onion, salt and pepper in water until potato is tender.
- Add all remaining ingredients and heat through, but not allowing to boil.
THE BEST DAMN CLAM CHOWDER EVER
If you like a thick clam chowder, this recipe is not for you. However, if you like a brothy clam chowder, where you can really taste the clams, this one is for you.
Provided by dawnie2u
Categories Chowders
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large soup pot, brown prosciutto, or bacon over medium-low heat until crisp.
- Add the onion and cook until softened.
- Add the flour and stir until lightly colored, about a minute.
- Slowly whisk in the clam broth, reserved clam liquid, potatoes, bay leaf and thyme. Simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes.
- Add the clams, cream, fresh parsley, salt and white pepper.
- Bring to a simmer and serve immediately.
- (You may substitute any type of shellfish, or even fish for the clams in this recipe.).
CLAM CHOWDER
Clam chowder is a rich and creamy soup, bursting with the flavours and textures of shellfish, bacon and potatoes. Serve with crusty bread for a starter
Provided by Barney Desmazery
Categories Dinner, Fish Course, Lunch, Main course, Soup, Starter
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Rinse the clams in several changes of cold water and drain well. Tip the clams into a large pan with 500ml of water. Cover, bring to the boil and simmer for 2 mins until the clams have just opened. Tip the contents of the pan into a colander over a bowl to catch the clam stock. When cool enough to handle, remove the clams from their shells - reserving a handful of empty shells for presentation if you want. Strain the clam stock into a jug, leaving any grit in the bottom of the bowl. You should have around 800ml stock.
- Heat the butter in the same pan and sizzle the bacon for 3-4 mins until it starts to brown. Stir in the onion, thyme and bay and cook everything gently for 10 mins until the onion is soft and golden. Scatter over the flour and stir in to make a sandy paste, cook for 2 mins more, then gradually stir in the clam stock then the milk and the cream.
- Throw in the potatoes, bring everything to a simmer and leave to bubble away gently for 10 mins or until the potatoes are cooked. Use a fork to crush a few of the potato chunks against the side of the pan to help thicken - you still want lots of defined chunks though. Stir through the clam meat and the few clam shells, if you've gone down that route, and simmer for a minute to reheat. Season with plenty of black pepper and a little salt, if needed, then stir through the parsley just before ladling into bowls or hollowed-out crusty rolls.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 433 calories, Fat 29 grams fat, SaturatedFat 16 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 19 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 4 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 22 grams protein, Sodium 2.9 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Use fresh clams for the best flavor. If fresh clams are unavailable, frozen or canned clams can be used.
- Chopped celery, carrots, and onion (mirepoix) add flavor and texture to the chowder.
- Use low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth to reduce the amount of salt in the chowder.
- Add a splash of white wine or clam juice for extra flavor.
- Garnish the chowder with chopped parsley, thyme, or chives before serving.
Conclusion:
Clam chowder is a comforting and flavorful soup that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. With a few simple ingredients and steps, you can enjoy a delicious bowl of clam chowder in no time. Whether you prefer a creamy or broth-based chowder, there is a recipe to suit your taste. So next time you're looking for a warm and satisfying meal, give clam chowder a try. You won't be disappointed!
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