BRATTEN'S CLAM CHOWDER
This is by far the best clam chowder recipe ever. My Mom used to make this and there was never any left for the next day. I use minced clams because I don't like the whole ones, but whole clams can be substituted easily.
Provided by nmomsmemory
Categories Chowders
Time 1h
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In large 4 quart pan brown bacon, onion and celery until onion and celery are transparent.
- Add clam juice from both cans clams and diced potatoes to bacon mixture.
- Pour enough water to cover potatoes and boil until potatoes are tender.
- In a separate large sauce pan melt 2 cubes butter on low heat.
- When butter is melted, slowly add 3/4 cup flour stirring constantly.
- Add 1 quart half and half STIR WITH WIRE WHISK until thick and smooth (very important).
- Pour over undrained vegetable mixture add vinegar and heat through.
- Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder to taste.
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Jayce Magula
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a classic clam chowder. The flavor is rich and creamy, and the clams are cooked perfectly.
Sixtus Chidiebere
[email protected]I've made this clam chowder several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.
Mbella George
[email protected]This clam chowder was easy to make and turned out great! I especially liked the use of fresh herbs.
sandy lama
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of clam chowder, but this recipe was really good. The flavor was well-balanced and the clams were cooked perfectly.
shakil pitafi
[email protected]This is the best clam chowder I've ever had. The flavor is incredible and the clams are so tender. I will definitely be making this again.
Jiaul Haque
[email protected]I made this clam chowder for a party last weekend and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the addition of the bacon, which gave it a nice smoky flavor.
Leslie Chapman
[email protected]This clam chowder is amazing! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. The flavor is so rich and creamy, and the clams are cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe.