Indulge in the divine symphony of flavors that is creamy clam chowder soup, a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes taste buds with its rich, velvety texture and symphony of seafood sensations. Embark on a culinary voyage to discover the secrets of crafting this iconic soup, from selecting the freshest clams to mastering the art of creating a luscious, creamy broth.
Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!
CLAM CHOWDER RECIPE
Clam chowder is one of my all-time favorite comfort soups. Luckily it's very easy to make. This recipe is a keeper. I can confidently say this New England Style Clam Chowder rivals my favorite restaurant version! P.S. this recipe has a much lower fat content. This lighter clam chowder only has 1 cup of cream for the entire pot but maintains it's super creamy appeal and has incredible satisfying flavor.
Provided by Natasha of NatashasKitchen.com
Categories Easy/Medium
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a heavy bottomed soup pot or dutch oven, Saute chopped bacon over med/high heat until browned, then remove with a slotted spoon and set aside on paper towels. You should have about 3-4 Tbsp bacon fat in the pot; remove extra fat if you wish, but I left it in ;).
- In the same pot with bacon fat add in 2 sliced carrots, 2 stalks celery (diced), 1 small onion (finely diced) and saute over med/high until soft and golden (7-8 min). Sprinkle with 4 Tbsp flour and stir to combine. Sautee another minute.
- Stir in 2 cups chicken broth, 1 bay leaf, 1/2 tsp tabasco, 2 cans chopped clams with juice, 1 1/2 tsp worcestershire sauce, 1/2 tsp thyme, 1/4 tsp pepper, and about 1 to 1 1/2 tsp salt or to taste. Bring to a light boil.
- Add 1 1/2 lbs cubed potatoes, 1 cup heavy cream and 2 cups milk. Stir to combine, cover and lightly boil until potatoes are easily pierced with a fork, stirring occasionally (17-20 mins). It will thicken as it cools. If it's too thick, you can add a little milk to thin it out.
- To serve, garnish with your browned bacon, finely chopped cilantro (cilantro takes it to the next level) and serve with crackers or crusty bread.
CLAM CHOWDER
Steps:
- In a large pot over medium-high heat add the bacon and cook until slightly crisp and no longer pink. Remove it to a plate with a slotted spoon.
- Add the onion, celery, and garlic and cook until tender. Add the flour and stir.
- Add in the juice from the clams, chicken broth, milk, and half and half, then stir until there aren't any clumps. Add in the potatoes.
- Bring the pot to a boil and reduce heat to a simmer until the potatoes are tender and the soup is thick. Stir in the clams and salt and pepper to taste. Top with crumbled bacon and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 174 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 29 mg, Sodium 86 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving
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.
QUICK CLAM CHOWDER
Not only is this soup a quick fix, but it's oh-so-tasty. Dressing up canned soups allows you to enjoy the comfort of clam chowder with a fraction of the work. -Judy Jungwirth, Athol, South Dakota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine all ingredients. Cook and stir over medium heat until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 251 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 985mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 10g protein.
THICK AND CREAMY NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER
This is the BEST chowder I've ever had. I've had chowder at Legal Seafoods in Boston, which I have to say is good, but mine is BETTER! If you like thick chowder, you'll love this one!!
Provided by teen7043
Categories Chowders
Time 1h15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Add bacon to sauce pan and cook on medium low heat until crispy.
- Add onion and cook until translucent.
- Add clam juice from both cans.
- Add potatoes.
- Cook and cover until potatoes are fork tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Stir occasionally so potatoes won't stick.
- Add clams, soup, cream, milk, and dill weed.
- Stir together.
- Add butter and let melt into the chowder.
- Cook for about 30-45 minutes or until thickened.
- Stir occasionally.
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
QUICK AND EASY CLAM CHOWDER
The best ever clam chowder you have ever tasted, and it is easy and fast. You will pass this recipe along to your family and friends. If you like more clams you can always add more. Sometimes I will also cube potatoes and throw them in.
Provided by Deena
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Seafood
Time 8h10m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Mix cream of celery soup, cream of potato soup, clam chowder, 1 can undrained clams, 1 can drained clams, half-and-half cream, and whipping cream into a slow cooker.
- Cover, and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 424.6 calories, Carbohydrate 17.6 g, Cholesterol 134.3 mg, Fat 32.5 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 16.1 g, SaturatedFat 19 g, Sodium 739.6 mg, Sugar 2.6 g
CREAMY CLAM CHOWDER
This New England-style chowder is loaded with sweet, fresh cherrystones and a bit of bacon for salty, smokiness.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Soups, Stews & Stocks Soup Recipes
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large skillet, bring clams and 1 cup water to a boil. Cover; cook until clams have opened, 3 to 5 minutes (discard any that do not open). Transfer clams to a bowl. Strain liquid into a measuring cup; add water to yield 1 cup. Remove clam meat from shells; coarsely chop.
- In a large saucepan, cook bacon over medium-low heat until crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Pour off all but 1 tablespoon fat. Add onion and celery; cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Add thyme, potatoes, cooking liquid, and 1 more cup water. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.
- Puree about 1 cup mixture in a blender until smooth. Stir puree back into soup; add cream. Simmer over low heat until warmed through, about 5 minutes. Add clams and hot sauce; season with salt and pepper.
CREAMY CLAM CORN CHOWDER
Hearty, warming, comfort food! I got the idea to make this soup from my DF Hope. It has clams, corn, potatoes, leeks, onions & red peppers. Very easy to make.
Provided by Rita1652
Categories Chowders
Time 40m
Yield 1 pot full
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Heat oil and butter, sauté onion, leeks, garlic, celery, potato and peppers till translucent.
- Add canned corns juice from canned clams and jar clam juice.
- Simmer 15 minutes.
- Add milk, cream, and simmer 5 more minutes.
- Add clams season to your taste with salt, pepper, and Old Bay seasoning.
- Simmer till warmed.
- Serve with crusty French or rye bread!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 2773.2, Fat 103.2, SaturatedFat 51.1, Cholesterol 395.6, Sodium 3935.8, Carbohydrate 393.3, Fiber 37.4, Sugar 61.4, Protein 115
Tips:
- Use fresh clams. Fresh clams will give your chowder the best flavor. If you can't find fresh clams, frozen clams are a good substitute.
- Soak the clams before cooking. Soaking the clams in cold water for 30 minutes will help to remove any grit or sand.
- Don't overcook the clams. Clams are delicate and will toughen if they are overcooked. Cook them just until they are opaque, about 5 minutes.
- Use a good quality clam juice. Clam juice is an important ingredient in clam chowder, so it's important to use a good quality brand. Look for clam juice that is made from 100% clams and does not contain any added salt or preservatives.
- Add vegetables to your chowder. Vegetables such as potatoes, celery, carrots, and onions are all good additions to clam chowder. They add flavor and texture to the soup.
- Season your chowder to taste. Clam chowder should be seasoned with salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You can also add a splash of lemon juice or a dollop of sour cream for extra flavor.
Conclusion:
Clam chowder is a delicious and versatile soup that can be enjoyed all year round. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal taste. Whether you like your chowder thick or thin, creamy or brothy, with or without vegetables, there's a recipe out there for you. So next time you're looking for a comforting and satisfying meal, give clam chowder a try.
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