SCOTT'S CLAM CHOWDER

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In 1976, the first Scott's Seafood Grill and Bar opened at the corner of Scott and Lombard in San Francisco, hence the name. The tiny 40 seat restaurant was an immediate success, becoming one of the top ten restaurants in the United States in volume per seat in just a few months. The next six years saw the opening of Scott's in...

Provided by Al Smith

Categories     Chowders

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 1/4 lb red potatoes
3 qt 3qt. clam juice
1 qt 1 qt. fish stock
12 oz butter
12 oz flour
6 oz 6oz. pale ale, sierra nevada
1 lb celery, diced
8 oz onion, diced
1 tsp garlic, chopped
1/4 tsp thyme, dried
2 tsp worcestershire sauce
1 tsp tabasco
1 Tbsp clam base
26 oz clams
to taste salt and pepper
1 c heavy cream to taste

Steps:

  • 1. 1 ΒΌ lbs red potatoes Dice and cook in a separate container and set aside, to be added last to the soup (do not over-cook).
  • 2. In a large soup pot bring to a boil: 3qt. Clam Juice 1 qt. Fish Stock
  • 3. 6oz. Pale Ale, Sierra Nevada 1 lb Celery, diced 8oz Onion, diced 1 tsp Garlic, chopped Boil vegetables in beer until done, and then add them to the stock.
  • 4. 12oz Butter 12oz Flour While stock is coming to a boil make roux by thoroughly mixing melted butter with flour and lightly cook roux, 1 to 2 minutes; incorporate with hot stock, stir in well, strain if needed.
  • 5. Now add these ingredients to stock: dash Dried Thyme 2 tsp Worcestershire 1 tsp Tabasco to taste Salt / Pepper 1 tbl. Clam base 26oz. Clams Season to taste, cook for 15 minutes (low simmer) stirring often ; add potatoes. **add Heavy Cream or Milk to desired taste and consistency.

M A Zahir Robi
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I love this chowder! It's so creamy and flavorful. The clams are always cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


H3NN3SSY DaBrat
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This chowder is delicious! The broth is flavorful and the clams are cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.


LAKHVIR JHAMAT
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This chowder is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. The broth is rich and flavorful, and the clams are always tender. I love that it's a one-pot meal, which makes it easy to clean up.


tenha prince
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I love this chowder! It's so creamy and flavorful. The clams are always cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Cindy Ramirez
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This chowder was delicious! The broth was flavorful and the clams were cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.


Blessed Tinah
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I've made this chowder several times and it's always a hit. It's creamy, flavorful, and the clams are always tender. I love that it's a one-pot meal, which makes it easy to clean up.


Jane Thompson
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This is a great recipe for a classic clam chowder. The broth is rich and flavorful, and the clams are cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Bidhan Sarkar
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This chowder is easy to make and so delicious. I love that I can use canned clams, which makes it a quick and easy meal. I will definitely be making this again.


Richard A. Washer Sr.
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The chowder was creamy and flavorful, and the clams were tender. My family loved it.


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