Clam chowder is a classic New England dish that is enjoyed by people of all ages. While there are many different variations of clam chowder, two of the most popular are Skippers and Ivar's. Both of these restaurants have been serving their clam chowder for decades, and they have both developed a loyal following of fans. If you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make clam chowder recipe, then you'll definitely want to check out the recipes for Skippers and Ivar's clam chowder.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
IVARS CLAM CHOWDER RECIPE (SO GOOD!)
Warm yourself up with this deliciously creamy Ivar's Clam Chowder!
Provided by Alex
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook the bacon until browned in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, until cooked, but not crispy. Drain the juice from the clams into a separate bowl, and set the clams aside (you will need the clam juice for the next step). In the same pot that you browned your bacon, stir in the onion, celery, and potato, and add the reserved juice from the clams. Add just enough water to cover the vegetables (as shown in picture above), set the pan over high heat, and bring just to a boil. Reduce the heat to med low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes, until the vegetables are fork-tender. Next, melt the butter in a large saucepan and add the flour and cook, stirring constantly for 2 minutes. Whisk in the warm half-and-half, and continue whisking and cooking for about 5 minutes over medium low heat until the flour is cooked, and mixture is thickening and smooth (note - you can substitute milk here, but will lose some of the richness of this recipe). Once you have the half and half base down add all of the cooked vegetables AND their cooking liquids to the base. Add the clams you set aside. Lastly, season with salt, and pepper and parsley.
CONTEST-WINNING NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER
This is the best New England clam chowder recipe, ever! In the Pacific Northwest, we dig our own razor clams and I grind them for the chowder. Since these aren't readily available, the canned clams are perfectly acceptable. -Sandy Larson, Port Angeles, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 55m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain; set aside. Saute celery and onion in the drippings until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the potatoes, water, clam juice, bouillon, pepper and thyme. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until potatoes are tender, 15-20 minutes., In a small bowl, combine flour and 1 cup half-and-half until smooth. Gradually stir into soup. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes., Stir in clams and remaining half-and-half; heat through (do not boil). Crumble the cooked bacon; sprinkle over each serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 260 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 788mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 13g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CLAM CHOWDER LIKE SKIPPERS OR IVARS
This is the Best clam chowder ever! My family and friends can't get enough and it is always a request that I make it, you will not be sorry you tryed it.
Provided by jewelofthevally
Categories Chowders
Time 1h20m
Yield 1 pot, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Add your diced potatoes,celery, 1or 2 pk. of french onion soup mix (this will really determine your richness),and the juice from your cans of clams. (leaving the clams to add at the very end of the recipe or they will get chewy) and 1-2 tbl. liquid smoke, now add just enough water to cover maybe an inch over your potatoes and celery. Boil for 10 minute no longer or you won't have any potatoes for your chowder.
- now add the rest of your ingredients, including your clams and simmer on low for at least 1 hours if not longer, (crockpot on low is awesome too) stirring frequently. serve with some tasty sourdough or toasted mauie onion chips, on top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 345.4, Fat 22.3, SaturatedFat 13.8, Cholesterol 73.4, Sodium 381.5, Carbohydrate 28, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 1.2, Protein 10
COPYCAT SKIPPERS CLAM CHOWDER
Make and share this Copycat Skippers Clam Chowder recipe from Food.com.
Provided by sferle
Categories Low Cholesterol
Time 1h15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- NOTE: Prepare ingredients before starting! Experienced, or quick, cooks can ignore this advice. I'm neither experienced nor quick. If I don't prepare the ingredients before starting the chowder, it's a disaster.
- Bring the bottled clam juice and potatoes to a boil in a medium saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer until potatoes are tender (about ten minutes). Remove from heat.
- Melt butter in heavy large pot over medium heat. Add bacon and cook until bacon begins to brown (about 8-10 minutes). Add onions, celery, garlic, and bay leaf. Sautà until vegetables soften, about six minutes.
- Stir in flour and cook two minutes. Do not allow flour to brown.
- Gradually whisk in reserved juices from clams. Add potato mixture, calms, half-and-half, hickory smoke salt, and hot pepper sauce. Simmer chowder to blend flavors, stirring frequently.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Chowder can be served after as few as ten minutes of simmering, or it can sit on the stove contentedly for hours.
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
IVAR'S CLAM CHOWDER RECIPE - (4.2/5)
Provided by á-47512
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1.In a medium saucepan, drain the juice from the clams; set the clams aside. 2.Combine clam juice with the onions, celery and potatoes. 3. Add enough water to barely cover and simmer, covered, over medium heat until the potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes. 4. In a large saucepan, melt the butter. 5. Add flour and stir in to the butter. 6. Slowly whisk in the warm half-and-half. 7. Cook and whisk until smooth and thick, about 5 minutes. 8. If you want a thinner chowder, add 1/2 to 3/4 cup water or clam broth. 9. Add the vegetables with their cooking liquid, clams, salt, pepper and sugar to the pan. 10.Stir well and adjust the seasonings if necessary.
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
Tips:
- Use fresh clams. Fresh clams will give your chowder the best flavor. If you can't find fresh clams, you can use frozen clams, but be sure to thaw them before using.
- Don't overcook the clams. Clams only need to be cooked for a few minutes, or they will become tough. Add them to the chowder towards the end of the cooking time.
- Use a variety of vegetables. A variety of vegetables will give your chowder more flavor and texture. Some good choices include potatoes, carrots, celery, and onions.
- Use a good quality clam juice. The clam juice is an important part of the chowder, so be sure to use a good quality juice. You can find clam juice in the canned goods section of your grocery store.
- Season the chowder to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. You may also want to add a splash of lemon juice or white wine.
Conclusion:
Clam chowder is a classic New England dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. Whether you like it thick or thin, with or without vegetables, clam chowder is a delicious and satisfying meal.
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