There's something inherently cozy and inviting about a bowl of creamy, flavorful clam chowder on a chilly day. And when that chowder is served in a warm, hollowed-out bread bowl, it's even better! This New England classic is a must-try for any soup lover. With its rich broth, tender clams, and hearty vegetables, this chowder is sure to warm you up from the inside out. And when you dip that crusty bread into the creamy soup, it's like a little piece of heaven on earth.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
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
FISHERMAN'S WHARF-STYLE CLAM CHOWDER IN BREAD BOWL
Recipe from the National Examiner. Sounds really tasty. Not sure about the prep or cooking time, so I am guessing. Can't wait to try this!
Provided by LeahMarie
Categories Chowders
Time 50m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place salt pork or bacon in a pot and cook 2 minutes over medium heat until crisp.
- Transfer to a plate and set aside.
- Add the onion and celery and saute over medium-low heat for 5 minutes or until onions are translucent and celery softens.
- Sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir into a paste.
- Add clam juice, potato and thyme.
- Increase heat and bring ingredients to a boil.
- Reduce to low and simmer for 15 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
- Add clams and stir in cream.
- Continue to simmer for 5 minutes until thick and creamy.
- Add salt, pepper and Tabasco sauce.
- Spoon the chowder into the bread bowl and garnish with salt pork or bacon.
- Serve hot.
NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER FROM THE DAUGHTER OF A NEWTON MASSACHUSETTS GAL
This is the type of soup that you might need to add a little water to as it cooks if the clams don't give off enough liquid. Make sure to wash your clams well, as one taste of grit ruins a whole bowl of soup! Serve with lots of bread for sopping up every bit!
Provided by Alex Guarnaschelli
Time 40m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Make the base of the soup: In a large saute pan or wide shallow pan, melt the butter. Add the leeks, celery, garlic and red pepper flakes. Season with salt and cook until tender and translucent, 5 to 8 minutes. Add the clam juice and chopped clams. Simmer until tender. Keep warm.
- Cook the potatoes: Meanwhile, in another pot, combine the cream, half-and-half, diced potatoes and bay leaves. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook until the potatoes are tender, 5 to 8 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper. Stir in a splash each of Worcestershire and hot sauce.
- Cook the clams: Place a large pot on the stove, heat 1 cup water and add the clams in their shells. Cook until they pop open. Put the clams in a colander. Strain and reserve the cooking liquid.
- Finish the soup: Add the reserved cooking liquid from the clams to the leek mixture. Stir to blend. Taste for seasoning. Combine with the potato mixture. Add the clams in their shells and the dill. Remove and discard the bay leaves. Taste for seasoning.
NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 50m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
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.
TRADITIONAL NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER
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 RECIPE BY TASTY
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
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 I
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
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
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 are delicate and will toughen if they are overcooked. Cook them just until they are opaque and tender.
- Use a good quality clam juice. The clam juice is the base of the chowder, so it's important to use a good quality juice. Look for a clam juice that is made with fresh clams and has a clear, briny flavor.
- Add vegetables to your chowder. Vegetables like potatoes, carrots, celery, and onions add flavor and texture to the chowder. You can also add other vegetables, such as corn, peas, or zucchini.
- Season the chowder to taste. The chowder should be seasoned with salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You can also add a splash of cream or milk to make the chowder richer.
- Serve the chowder in a bread bowl. A bread bowl is a great way to serve clam chowder. It's easy to make and it adds a delicious touch to the meal.
Conclusion:
New England clam chowder is a classic soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. So next time you're looking for a comforting and delicious meal, give clam chowder a try!
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