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

Shawn Ford
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This chowder is amazing! I love the rich and flavorful broth. The clams are cooked perfectly and the vegetables are tender. I highly recommend this recipe.


Guillaume_!_? Norca
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I've made this chowder several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


Mohamed Allan
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This chowder is easy to make and it's absolutely delicious. I love the combination of clams, potatoes, and vegetables. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Siciid Cabdiwali
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I'm not a big fan of seafood, but I really enjoyed this chowder. The flavors are well-balanced and the texture is creamy and smooth. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Saleem Khan
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This is the best clam chowder I've ever had. The broth is so flavorful and the clams are cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Kishor Timilsina
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I made this chowder for a party last weekend and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making this again.


Faysa Khan
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This chowder is amazing! I love the rich and flavorful broth. The clams are cooked perfectly and the vegetables are tender. I highly recommend this recipe.


OMARR OSEA
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I've made this chowder several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


Rose Radebe
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This chowder is easy to make and it's absolutely delicious. I love the combination of clams, potatoes, and vegetables. I will definitely be making this again and again.


NAVEEN BARUWAL
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I'm not a big fan of seafood, but I really enjoyed this chowder. The flavors are well-balanced and the texture is creamy and smooth. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Isaac Ramos
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This is the best clam chowder I've ever had. The broth is so flavorful and the clams are cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


LAGEND BHAI
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I made this chowder for a party last weekend and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The only change I made was to add a bit more salt and pepper to taste.


El Belmondo
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This chowder is amazing! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. The flavors are rich and complex, and the texture is creamy and smooth. I highly recommend this recipe.