EASY CLAM CHOWDER

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This recipe comes from an old college friend. Pair steaming bowlfuls with sourdough bread and a green salad. -Kristy Doty, Riverside, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 pound sliced bacon, diced
2 large onions, chopped
3 cans (6-1/2 ounces each) minced clams
3 cups diced unpeeled potatoes
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted
1-1/4 cups milk
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven or soup kettle, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels; drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings. In the drippings, saute onions until tender., Drain clams, reserving juice. Set clams aside. Add the potatoes, clam juice and broth to the onions. Cook over medium heat for 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Stir in the clams, soup, milk, cream, salt, pepper and bacon; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 calories, Fat 19g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 59mg cholesterol, Sodium 909mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

Madileny Miguel
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This is the best clam chowder recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious. I love the creamy broth and the tender clams.


Puja Thakur
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I made this chowder for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I especially liked the addition of the bacon, which gave it a nice smoky flavor.


RZB JIHAD SB 0201
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This chowder is the perfect comfort food. It's creamy, flavorful, and packed with clams. I love the addition of the potatoes, which give it a nice heartiness.


tumi tk
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I've made this chowder several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious. I usually serve it with a side of crusty bread for dipping.


BAO Vang
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This chowder is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty, filling, and so comforting. I love the addition of the thyme, which gives it a nice earthy flavor.


AMA Asare
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I'm not usually a fan of clam chowder, but this recipe changed my mind. It was so creamy and flavorful, and the clams were tender and juicy. I will definitely be making this again.


marx_ariyan_ashik_ 15
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This chowder is so easy to make and it tastes just like the clam chowder I grew up eating. I love the addition of the corn, which gives it a nice sweetness.


DJ Multimedia
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. It was absolutely delicious! The broth was creamy and flavorful, and the clams were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Narayan rajbanshi
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This chowder is amazing! I made it for my husband and he couldn't stop eating it. He said it was the best clam chowder he's ever had.


Mirabel Epe
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious. I usually add a little extra vegetables, like chopped carrots and celery, to make it even more hearty.


Anisa KAVU
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This is the best clam chowder I've ever had! The broth is so rich and flavorful, and the clams are tender and perfectly cooked. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Md Joos
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I made this chowder for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I especially liked the addition of the bacon, which gave it a nice smoky flavor.


Simon Botha
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This clam chowder was a hit with my family! It was creamy, flavorful, and packed with clams. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.