SHRIMP & CLAM CHOWDER

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My husband John made this and Oh My Word! It is Amazing!! So full of flavor!

Provided by Lauren Conforti

Categories     Seafood

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 can(s) baby clams (reserve liquid)
1 can(s) chopped clams (reserve liquid)
1 c white wine
4 oz bacon
3 Tbsp butter
1 lb shrimp (peeled & deveined)
2 onions, diced
2 clove garlic, minced
2 stalk(s) celery, diced
1 tsp thyme (or 3 sprigs)
1 tsp tarragon
2 red potatoes (or other general purpose, non-baking potato) cut into small wedges
3-4 c chicken stock
3/4 c heavy cream
3/4 c milk
salt & pepper to taste
choose for garnish: chives/ parsley / celery leaves/ butter/ oyster crackers

Steps:

  • 1. Render bacon fat. Add butter & shrimp, cooking until shrimp is pink.
  • 2. Add onions & celery and sauté until translucent. Near the end, add garlic & sauté until fragrant.
  • 3. Deglaze the pan with white wine, chicken stock & reserved clam juice.
  • 4. Add potatoes, thyme & tarragon. Simmer until potatoes are tender.
  • 5. Add milk, cream & clams. Bring to a light simmer then remove from heat. Salt & pepper to taste. Add potato flakes, or crush some cooked potato to thicken, if desired.
  • 6. Let set for 1 hour for flavors to marry. Return to a light simmer, then garnish & serve.

Tara Acharya
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I'm not a fan of shrimp, so I substituted chicken in this recipe. It turned out great!


Aruu 1122
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This is my go-to recipe for clam chowder. It's always a crowd-pleaser, and it's so easy to make.


stucco Chevy
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I made this chowder for a party, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the combination of shrimp and clams, and the broth was so flavorful.


Angelkirst
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This chowder is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, hearty, and filling. I love serving it with a side of crusty bread.


Shone Tanyaradzwa Nyamandwe
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I was a little hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of seafood. But I'm so glad I did! The chowder was creamy and flavorful, and the shrimp and clams were cooked perfectly.


sherrita Hale
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This recipe was easy to follow, and the chowder turned out delicious. I'll definitely be making it again.


Arif Noor
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I followed the recipe, but I added a few extra vegetables, like carrots and celery. It turned out even better than I expected!


Oscar Governor
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This was the best clam chowder I've ever had. The shrimp added a nice touch of sweetness, and the clams were tender and juicy.


Beena Faraz
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I'm not a big fan of seafood, but this chowder changed my mind. The combination of shrimp and clams was perfect, and the broth was so flavorful.


Kalab Daww
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This shrimp clam chowder was a hit! The flavors were rich and creamy, and the shrimp and clams were cooked perfectly. I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out great.