CREAMY NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER
In this slightly lighter yet still rich version of clam chowder, half-and-half mixes with the liquor spilled from the clams, letting the briny goodness of cherrystones and hints of thyme, bay leaf, and celery shine through. Have your crackers ready.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Soups, Stews & Stocks Soup Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring water to a boil in a large pot. Add clams, cover, and cook until shells open, about 10 minutes. Transfer clams to a large bowl, reserving cooking liquid. Discard any clams that do not open. Remove meat from shells, and return to bowl. Discard shells. Pour reserved liquid through a fine sieve lined with cheesecloth into a large bowl (you should have 2 1/2 cups). Sprinkle a few tablespoons liquid over clams to keep them moist.
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add bacon, and cook, stirring, until golden brown, about 3 minutes. Pour off excess drippings, leaving just enough to coat bottom of pot. Add onion and celery, and cook until softened, 3 to 4 minutes.
- Wrap thyme, bay leaf, and peppercorns in a piece of cheesecloth, and tie with kitchen string. Place cheesecloth in pot, and add potatoes and 2 1/2 cups reserved clam broth. Simmer over medium heat until potatoes are tender, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Chop clams. Add clams and half-and-half to pot, and heat until just warmed through, about 1 minute. Discard cheesecloth, and season with salt. Serve immediately.
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[email protected]This chowder is the perfect comfort food. It's creamy, flavorful, and so easy to make.
Abdiaziz Ali
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of seafood, but this chowder was amazing. I will definitely be making it again.
Surovi Sourovi
[email protected]This is the best clam chowder recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.
Mansh Mary
[email protected]I made this chowder for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it.
David Bassey
[email protected]This chowder is so creamy and flavorful. I love the addition of bacon and corn.
Shabab Sm
[email protected]I added a bit of extra Old Bay seasoning to the chowder and it was delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.
vishwa shehan
[email protected]This chowder is the perfect combination of creamy and savory. I will definitely be making it again.
Ngobie Haivan
[email protected]I've never made clam chowder before, but this recipe made it easy. It turned out great!
Abdul Moheet
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses fresh clams. It makes the chowder so much more flavorful.
Boden Rawson
[email protected]This chowder is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's so rich and flavorful.
Kenderick Jenkins Jr
[email protected]I've made this chowder several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.
Kaden Strickler
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of clam chowder, but this recipe changed my mind. It was so creamy and flavorful.
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[email protected]This chowder was so easy to make and it tasted amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
Yar Muhammed
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the chowder turned out perfect. I highly recommend this recipe.
Dalillah Straight
[email protected]This was the best clam chowder I've ever had. I'll definitely be making it again.
Ghulam Rasul
[email protected]This is my go-to clam chowder recipe. It's always a crowd-pleaser.
Lesli Linton
[email protected]I made this chowder for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about how creamy and flavorful it was.
Nalubega Barbra
[email protected]This chowder was easy to make and turned out great! I used fresh clams and they were so tender. The whole family loved it.
Ejimmadu Arinze
[email protected]I've tried many clam chowder recipes, but this one is by far the best. The addition of Old Bay seasoning really gives it a unique and delicious flavor.
Kailey Ash
[email protected]This clam chowder was absolutely delicious! The creamy broth was so flavorful and the clams were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.