CLASSIC CLAM CHOWDER

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Give leftover mashed potatoes a second life: Make a pot of clam chowder.

Provided by Ben S.

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chowders     Clam Chowder Recipes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 slices thick-cut bacon, cut into small dice
1 large onion, cut into medium dice
½ teaspoon dried thyme leaves
2 bay leaves
1 ½ cups leftover mashed potatoes
2 (8 ounce) bottles clam juice
4 (6.5 ounce) cans minced clams (clams and juice separated)
1 cup water
9 new potatoes, cut into 1/2 -inch cubes
½ cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
Salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • In a large soup kettle, fry bacon over medium heat until bacon crisps, about 5 minutes. Remove bacon; set aside.
  • Keep 2 tablespoons bacon fat in pan. (If necessary, add oil to yield 2 tablespoons.) Add onion and saute until soft, about 5 minutes. Add thyme and bay leaves; cook until fragrant, 30 seconds or so.
  • Whisk in mashed potatoes, clam juice (bottled and what you've drained from the clams) and 1 cup of water. Add new potatoes and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat; continue to simmer, partially covered, until potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes. Stir in clams, cream and parsley; season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat through and serve, garnishing each bowl with reserved bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323.1 calories, Carbohydrate 32.8 g, Cholesterol 87.2 mg, Fat 8.6 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 27.7 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 552.4 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

TouchingLives PropheticMinistries
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my chowder turned out watery. I'm not sure what went wrong.


Evean Pithibe
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This chowder is a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra salt and pepper to it.


Necaxafan 69
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I wasn't sure how this chowder would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised. It's really delicious.


crazy boys 786
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This chowder is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth it. The flavor is amazing.


Safty Care
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I've made this chowder several times and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have on hand.


Reef Reef2
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This chowder is perfect for a cold winter day. It's so warm and comforting.


Brandon Mhakayakora
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I love the way this chowder is made with fresh clams. It gives it such a delicious flavor.


Bhim Bahadur
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This is the best clam chowder I've ever had. It's so creamy and flavorful.


Eneh emmanuel
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I made this chowder for a party last weekend and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about how delicious it was.


Ssekayita Aloysious
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This chowder is a must-try for any seafood lover. It's rich, creamy, and packed with flavor.


TEDDY MEDIA
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I've tried many clam chowder recipes, but this one is by far the best. The flavors are perfectly balanced.


iffi jee
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This chowder is so easy to make, and it's always delicious. I highly recommend it.


Dashirah Noble
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I love the addition of bacon to this chowder. It gives it a smoky flavor that is irresistible.


Afaq Bangash
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This is my go-to clam chowder recipe. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Jasim Uddin Mahdi
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I made this chowder last night and it was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the rich flavor and the tender clams.


Hydra with Gaming 2005
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This chowder is the best I've ever had! It's so creamy and flavorful, and the clams are cooked to perfection.