Best 18 New England Clam Chowder Dip Recipes

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New England clam chowder dip is a delicious and creamy appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. This dip is made with a combination of fresh clams, potatoes, celery, onions, and bacon, all simmered in a creamy broth. The result is a dip that is both flavorful and satisfying. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy appetizer for a party or a hearty snack to enjoy at home, New England clam chowder dip is sure to please.

Here are our top 18 tried and tested recipes!

CONTEST-WINNING NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER



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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

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 center-cut bacon strips
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
3 small potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 cup water
1 bottle (8 ounces) clam juice
3 teaspoons reduced-sodium chicken bouillon granules
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups fat-free half-and-half, divided
2 cans (6-1/2 ounces each) chopped clams, undrained

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

NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: bacon, onion, celery, carrot, all-purpose flour, black pepper, dried thyme, minced clam, chicken stock, potatoes, heavy cream, bay leaf, oyster cracker

Provided by Jordan Kenna

Categories     Lunch

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 oz bacon, 4 slices, chopped
2 cups onion, diced
1 cup celery, diced
1 cup carrot, diced
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon dried thyme
4 cans minced clam, with juice
1 ½ cups chicken stock
2 potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 cups heavy cream
1 bay leaf
oyster cracker, for garnish

Steps:

  • Place a fine mesh strainer over a medium bowl and strain the 4 cans of minced clams, separating the meat from the juices.
  • Using a 6-quart dutch oven or pot of similar size, fry bacon over medium-high heat until fat renders and the edges begin to crisp.
  • Add onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to low and add carrots, celery and flour, stirring constantly for 3-5 minutes to avoid lumps.
  • Add black pepper, thyme, reserved clam juices, chicken stock, diced potatoes, and bay leaf. Stir to incorporate, then cover and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to a simmer and let cook until potatoes are tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Remove bay leaf and add cream. Allow chowder to simmer for an additional 10-20 minutes until soup has thickened to an appropriate consistency.
  • Add in reserved clam meat and cook for an additional 2-4 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and serve with oyster crackers
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 720 calories, Carbohydrate 37 grams, Fat 53 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 32 grams, Sugar 9 grams

NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

30 littleneck clams (about 3 pounds), scrubbed
4 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 stalks celery, finely chopped
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 large russet potato, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 cups half-and-half
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
Chopped fresh chives, for topping (optional)

Steps:

  • Rinse the clams several times under cold running water. Transfer to a large pot and add 3 cups water. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, then cover and cook until the clams open, about 6 minutes. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl; reserve the broth. Transfer the clams to a bowl and cover with plastic wrap so they don't dry out.
  • Cook the bacon in a large pot over medium heat until crisp, about 10 minutes; remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Melt the butter in the same pot over medium heat. Add the celery, onion and thyme and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, about 10 minutes. Add the flour and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Stir in the reserved clam broth, 1 1/2 cups water and the potato. Bring to a simmer and cook until the potato is tender and the soup thickens slightly, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, remove the clams from their shells and roughly chop.
  • Reduce the heat under the soup to medium low. Whisk in the half-and-half and warm through (do not boil). Remove from the heat. Stir in the chopped clams; season with salt and pepper. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with the reserved bacon and chives.

NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER I



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Hot and hearty recipe that will warm you up on cold winter days.

Provided by Debbie2

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Seafood

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 slices bacon, diced
1 ½ cups chopped onion
1 ½ cups water
4 cups peeled and cubed potatoes
1 ½ teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper to taste
3 cups half-and-half
3 tablespoons butter
2 (10 ounce) cans minced clams

Steps:

  • Place diced bacon in large stock pot over medium-high heat. Cook until almost crisp; add onions, and cook 5 minutes. Stir in water and potatoes, and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, and cook uncovered for 15 minutes, or until potatoes are fork tender.
  • Pour in half-and-half, and add butter. Drain clams, reserving clam liquid; stir clams and 1/2 of the clam liquid into the soup. Cook for about 5 minutes, or until heated through. Do not allow to boil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 395.8 calories, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 101.4 mg, Fat 22.5 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 24.1 g, SaturatedFat 11.5 g, Sodium 706.2 mg, Sugar 2 g

TRADITIONAL NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER



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I left a cruise ship with a great souvenir...the recipe for this splendid chowder! It's a traditional soup that stands the test of time. -Agnes Ward, Stratford, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 fresh cherrystone clams
3 cups cold water
2 bacon strips, diced
1 small onion, chopped
2 medium potatoes, peeled and finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup half-and-half cream

Steps:

  • Tap clams; discard any that do not close. Place clams and water in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5-6 minutes or until clams open. , Remove meat from clams; chop meat and set aside. Strain liquid through a cheesecloth-lined colander; set aside., In a large saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels. Saute onion in drippings until tender., Return bacon to the pan; add clam meat and reserved liquid. Stir in the potatoes, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until potatoes are tender., Combine flour and milk until smooth; gradually stir into soup. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Gradually stir in cream; heat through (do not boil).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 175mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER



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Try this lighter version of a clam chowder. Blitz half of the veg and finish with crème fraîche to get a rich and cream consistency for the soup

Provided by Elena Silcock

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Soup

Time 1h5m

Yield Serves 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 10

2kg clams
1 bay leaf
500g potatoes , peeled and cut into cubes around 1cm
300g parsnips , cut into 1cm cubes
½ tbsp olive oil
100g unsmoked bacon lardons
1 onion , finely chopped
100g crème fraîche
lemon , to taste
chives , to serve

Steps:

  • Heat 1 litre of water in a large pan over a high heat. Once boiling, tip in the clams. Cover with a lid and cook for 2-3 mins until the majority of the clam shells have opened. Pour into a sieve over a large jug, reserving the cooking water. Tip the reserved liquid through a muslin-lined sieve into a large non stick saucepan and set aside - this is your stock for the soup.
  • Discard any clams which haven't opened, then remove three-quarters of the clams from their shells and roughly chop.
  • Put the bay leaf in the pan with the clam stock and tip in the potato and parsnip cubes. Cook for 5-7 mins until tender. Use a slotted spoon to remove half of the potato and parsnip and set aside. Fish out the bay leaf, spoon off any scum from the surface of the soup, then blitz the remaining stock and vegetables in a food processor until smooth, or using a stick blender.
  • Using the same saucepan over a medium heat, pour in the oil, add the bacon lardons, fry until crisp, then remove with a slotted spoon and set aside. Add the onion to the pan, cook for 5 mins until soft, then pour in the blitzed chowder, potato and parsnip. Heat until simmering, then tip in the chopped clams, take off the heat and stir through the crème fraîche, adding lemon juice to taste. Serve, topped with the crispy bacon, reserved clams in their shells and a scattering of chives and black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303 calories, Fat 14 grams fat, SaturatedFat 6 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 25 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 5 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 17 grams protein, Sodium 1.8 milligram of sodium

NEW ENGLAND-STYLE CLAM CHOWDER



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New England Soul Food. Serve with oyster crackers.

Provided by TerryWilson

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chowders     Clam Chowder Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 tablespoons butter
4 (1 inch) cubes salt pork
3 ribs celery, diced
1 Spanish onion, diced
1 clove garlic, minced
5 potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4 inch cubes
5 cups clam juice
1 teaspoon dried tarragon
1 teaspoon celery salt
2 bay leaves
1 ½ pounds fresh clams, shelled and chopped
5 dashes Worcestershire sauce
2 cups heavy cream
¼ teaspoon chopped fresh dill
salt and ground black pepper to taste
10 sprigs fresh parsley, for garnish

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a stockpot over medium-high heat; cook and stir salt pork, celery, onion, and garlic in melted butter until softened, about 7 minutes. Add potatoes, clam juice, tarragon, celery salt, and bay leaves to the stockpot. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce heat to medium, and place a cover on the pot. Cook at a simmer until potatoes are tender, about 35 minutes.
  • Stir clams into the soup and simmer uncovered for 5 minutes. Add Worcestershire sauce, heavy cream, dill, salt, and pepper; stir and cook another 7 minutes. Remove the pot from heat. Remove and discard bay leaves. Garnish with parsley to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339.9 calories, Carbohydrate 25.9 g, Cholesterol 86 mg, Fat 24.2 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 14.2 g, Sodium 541.1 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER



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I wasn't satisfied with other recipes I came across for clam chowder, so I devised this one. Everyone who's tried it raves about it. The dish is great on a cold day.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 medium onions, chopped
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 quarts milk
3 cans (6-1/2 ounces each) chopped clams, undrained
2 to 3 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground sage
1 teaspoon ground thyme
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender. , Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, saute onions in butter until tender. Add flour; stir until smooth. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened., Drain potatoes; add to Dutch oven. Add clams and remaining ingredients; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254 calories, Fat 13g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 678mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

EASY NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER



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"While vacationing in the New England states, we enjoyed a delicious clam chowder," recalls Rosann McWherter of Dublin, California. "When I go home, I wanted to savor the same flavor in the least amount of time. That's how this shortcut was born."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed New England clam chowder, undiluted
1-1/3 cups milk
1 can (6-1/2 ounces) chopped clams, drained
2 tablespoons sherry or chicken broth
1 tablespoon butter
Shredded cheddar cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the first five ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 1139mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h40m

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 ounce salad oil
1/2 teaspoon chopped garlic
1 cup diced celery
1 cup diced carrots
1 cup diced onions
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 gallon clam stock or juice
3 large peeled and diced potatoes
Roux (3/4 pound butter and 1 1/2 cups flour)
2 cups drained, chopped clams

Steps:

  • In large pot saute the oil and garlic about 2 minutes. Add diced vegetables and saute for 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Add herbs and salt. Add clam stock and bring to a boil. Add potatoes and bring to a boil again. Add roux and chopped clams, reduce heat and simmer for one hour.

NEW ENGLAND STYLE CLAM CHOWDER



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Provided by Food Network

Time 1h20m

Yield 2 to 2 1/2 quarts chowder.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 pound salt pork, finely minced
1 large onion, chopped, about 1 cup
2 celery stalks, chopped, about 1 cup
1 large leek, white and light green part only, well washed, chopped, about 1 cup
2 tablespoons flour
1 quart hot water
1 pound russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 quart milk
Salt and pepper to taste
2 dozen chowder clams steamed open, chopped, cleaned and their juices reserved
Oyster crackers

Steps:

  • In a heavy bottomed pot place the salt pork and cook over low medium heat to render all the fat. Add the onions, celery and leek and cook for 12 to 15 minutes to sweat the vegetables without browning. Add the flour and stir to coat all the vegetables evenly, creating a pale golden roux. Add the hot water, stir well to avoid lumps, and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 30 minutes at a strong simmer before adding the diced potatoes, return to the simmer, and allow to cook for 15 minutes. Add the milk and heat thoroughly but do not scorch or boil the milk. Ad the clams, heat through and adjust the seasoning. Serve with oyster crackers.;

NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER



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Provided by Michele Ragussis, Food Network Star Season 8 Finalist

Time 1h

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound (4 sticks) butter
1 1/2 white onions, diced
5 stalks celery, sliced thin
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons clam base* or clam juice (See Cook's Note)
4 potatoes (Idaho or russet), peeled and cut into 1/4-inch cubes
2 pounds fresh chopped clams **
4 cups heavy cream
2 to 3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
A few dashes of your favorite hot sauce
1 loaf crusty bread, for serving

Steps:

  • In a deep stockpot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onions and celery and saute until translucent, about 4 minutes. Sprinkle in the flour and stir. Let the flour cook for 1 to 2 minutes. Add 8 cups water and the clam base and whisk vigorously, making sure there are no lumps from the flour. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and stir in the potatoes and chopped clams. Simmer for 20 minutes. Add the cream, dill, and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Bring back to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and cook until thickened, another 20 minutes. Check for seasoning, add a few dashes hot sauce, and serve with your favorite crusty bread.

NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER



New England Clam Chowder image

Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 slices bacon, diced
3 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 cups chopped onion
1 1/2 cups water
2 (10-ounce) cans minced clams, drained, juice reserved
4 cups peeled and cubed potatoes
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
Freshly ground black pepper
3 cups half-and-half
Crackers, for garnish
1/8 cup chopped chives, for garnish

Steps:

  • Place diced bacon in large saucepan with the butter. Cook on medium heat until almost crisp; add onions, and cook 5 minutes. When onions are translucent, stir in water, clam juice and potatoes, and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, and cook uncovered until the liquid has reduced by half. Potatoes should be fork tender. Pour in half-and-half and simmer for a further 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning and add chopped clams just before serving, (otherwise clams will be tough). Garnish with crackers and chopped chives.

NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER



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Make and share this New England Clam Chowder recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chef Matty Matel

Categories     Chowders

Time 1h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

5 (6 1/2 ounce) cans minced clams with juice
3 (8 ounce) bottles clam juice
4 slices bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 cups onions, finely chopped
2 large celery ribs, finely chopped
3 large minced garlic cloves
1 tablespoon thyme leaves
2 bay leaves
4 cups red potatoes, diced peeled
1 cup heavy cream
4 tablespoons flour
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup chives or 1/4 cup green onion, finely chopped for garnish

Steps:

  • In a large heavy pot cook the bacon until crisp and the fat is rendered, remove and set aside.
  • Add the onions and celery season with salt and pepper and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the garlic, thyme and bay leaves and crushed red pepper flakes, and cook until the vegetables are thoroughly wilted, about 3 minutes, being careful not to brown.
  • Add the flour and cook an additional 3 minutes.
  • Add clams with all the juice, and the potatoes and bring to a boil, simmer for 20 to 30 minutes or until the broth thickens slightly and the potatoes are very tender.
  • Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream add crush bacon and season with pepper and salt.
  • Cover, and Stirring often.
  • (If you like a thicker broth, mash some of the potatoes against the side of the pot with a wooden spoon.) Remove from the heat. (Do not allow to boil after adding the cream as it could break).
  • Set aside for 1 hour, covered, to allow the flavors to marry. Place the pot over low heat, and slowly reheat, being careful not to bring to the boil. Serve hot, garnished chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 826.5, Fat 30.1, SaturatedFat 15.7, Cholesterol 202.1, Sodium 1310.1, Carbohydrate 73.3, Fiber 5.6, Sugar 11.7, Protein 64

NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER III



New England Clam Chowder III image

Institutional size!

Provided by TONY30

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chowders     Clam Chowder Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 80

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup butter
1 cup all-purpose flour
8 onions, chopped
2 bunches celery, chopped
1 gallon milk
18 (16 ounce) cans minced clams, drained with juice reserved
4 quarts chicken broth
2 quarts heavy cream
2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Stir in flour all at once and continue to cook and stir until it again becomes bubbly at the edges. Remove roux from heat and set aside.
  • In a 10 gallon pot over medium heat, cook onions and celery until just tender. Meanwhile, place milk in a large double boiler and cook slowly over simmering water. Whisk in the roux and cook the milk until thickened, stirring frequently.
  • Stir clam juice and chicken broth into the large pot and bring to a boil. Then stir in the thickened milk. Bring that just to a simmer, then stir in the heavy cream, thyme and clams. Simmer 10 minutes more, then season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281.3 calories, Carbohydrate 11.1 g, Cholesterol 108.1 mg, Fat 13 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 28.5 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 352.3 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

EASY NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER



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This recipe was passed down to me from a family friend. My husband doesn't normally like New England Clam Chowder - this is the only version he will eat.

Provided by Theresa D.

Categories     Chowders

Time 1h

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 (5 ounce) cans chopped clams
5 lbs potatoes
1 lb bacon, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 gallon whole milk
1 lb real butter
fresh parsley, chopped
paprika
cornstarch

Steps:

  • Drain juice from canned clams into large stock pot.
  • Peel potatoes and cut into bite-sized chunks.
  • Cook potatoes in clam juice (adding a little water to cover, if necessary).
  • Fry bacon just until done. Add to potatoes and clam juice.
  • Add clams, chopped onion, milk and chopped parsley.
  • Thicken with corstarch mixed with water. When thickened, add the real butter, paprika and more parsley for color and taste.
  • Cook until butter is blended.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 949.9, Fat 66.3, SaturatedFat 34.8, Cholesterol 175, Sodium 810.1, Carbohydrate 60.2, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 22.8, Protein 30

EASY NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER



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Make and share this Easy New England Clam Chowder recipe from Food.com.

Provided by CaramelPie

Categories     Chowders

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 slices bacon, diced
2 cups diced potatoes
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 (8 ounce) bottle clam juice
2 (6 1/2 ounce) cans minced clams
2 cups heavy cream

Steps:

  • In a 3 quart saucepan, brown bacon over medium heat (do not drain drippings).
  • Add potato and onion and saute for about 7 minutes.
  • Drain the minced clams and reserve the liquid.
  • Add clam juice and reserved clam liquid to mixture in saucepan.
  • Cover and simmer 15 minutes or until potato is tender.
  • Stir in cream and clams and bring to a slow simmer.
  • DO NOT BOIL.
  • Serve with crackers.

JIM'S NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER



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After years of watching my New England relatives try to perfect their versions of this venerable seaside staple and several morphs and versions of my own, this has become my favorite. It yields a hearty delicious chowder that is not too thick. It is also forgiving enough that you can tweak it a bit to make it more healthy. For parties, I make this recipe as follows then place it in a crock pot on low. Guests eat it all day and there are never any leftovers!

Provided by Vic Damoth

Categories     Chowders

Time 1h

Yield 5 Quarts, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (51 ounce) can clams (chopped or minced, Costco or BJ's carries these size cans)
3 lbs Red Bliss potatoes (you won't have to peel the bliss!) or 3 lbs maine utility potatoes (you won't have to peel the bliss!)
6 ounces salt pork
3 celery ribs
1 large onion
2 cups milk (I use 2%)
1/2 cup butter
1/4 cup flour
1 sprig fresh rosemary, in cheesecloth or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, in a tea ball
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Dice the salt pork into small cubes.
  • I usually slice it into a grid while it is still attached to the skin, then slice across the skin where it attaches to the fat and the cubes pop off easily.
  • Sauté the salt pork in a large 5 quart non stick sauce pan.
  • When the cubes are golden brown strain them from the rendered fat onto a paper bag to drain.
  • Save 4 tablespoons of the liquid fat from the salt pork,then wipe out the sauce pan with a paper towel.
  • Put the fat back in the sauce pan.
  • Dice the large onion into small pieces.
  • Slice the 3 ribs of celery lengthwise then dice it into small pieces.
  • Place the diced onion and celery into the heated pork fat and sauté until the onions are opaque and the celery is a bit soft.
  • Pour the entire can of clams (broth and all) into the onion/celery mixture and bring to a simmer.
  • Place the rosemary into the clam broth mixture.
  • Peel the Maine potatoes OR scrub the red bliss potatoes.
  • Then cut them into 3/4-inch cubes--I like them a bit chunky--and soak them in cold water for about five minutes.
  • Take the stick of butter and melt it in a small sauce pan.
  • Add the 3 tablespoons of flour to the melted butter and stir until well blended.
  • Drain the potatoes and place them into the clam mixture, simmer until al dente.
  • Next, pour the 2 cups of milk into the simmering clam broth mixture and bring back to a simmer.
  • Lastly, swirl the butter/flour roux into the chowder and simmer for about 10 more minutes until the chowder thickens.
  • Remove the rosemary and serve this chowder in big bowls with oyster crackers and the pieces of golden brown pork fat, salt and pepper to taste.
  • NOTE: I don't like my chowder too thick so you may have to adjust the butter/flour mixture.
  • You may skip the butter and use a low-fat margarine.
  • You may also substitute skim milk too (or skip the milk altogether, this is called Point Judith/Rhode Island style!).
  • You may even skip the whole pork fat thing for a healthier recipe.
  • This chowder is so hearty that it stands up well to "healthier alternative" substitutions.

Tips:

  • Use fresh clams: Fresh clams will give your dip a more intense flavor than canned clams. If you can't find fresh clams, you can use canned clams, but be sure to rinse them well before using them.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This recipe calls for celery, onion, and potatoes, but you can also add other vegetables, such as carrots, peas, or corn.
  • Use a good quality clam juice: The clam juice is an important part of the flavor of this dip, so be sure to use a good quality clam juice. You can find clam juice in the canned seafood section of most grocery stores.
  • Simmer the dip for at least 30 minutes: This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Serve the dip hot: This dip is best served hot, so be sure to keep it warm until you're ready to serve it.

Conclusion:

New England Clam Chowder Dip is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. This dip is packed with flavor, thanks to the fresh clams, vegetables, and seasonings. It's also creamy and rich, thanks to the heavy cream and butter. Whether you're serving it at a party or just enjoying it as a snack, New England Clam Chowder Dip is sure to be a hit.

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