new england style clam chowder

(2 ratings)
Recipe by
Angela Pietrantonio
Woonsocket, RI

Living in New England we love to have our Clam Chowder! This on is excellent! Recipe Source~ cooks.com

(2 ratings)
yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 30 Min

Ingredients For new england style clam chowder

  • 1 can
    51 oz chopped clams
  • 4 slice
    hickory smoked bacon, minced
  • 1
    onion, finely chopped
  • 2 Tbsp
    flour
  • 4 md
    potatoes, peeled & diced
  • 3 c
    milk or half & half
  • 3 Tbsp
    butter
  • 2 tsp
    oregano
  • 2 tsp
    dill
  • 2 tsp
    dried parsley
  • 2
    bay leaves
  • salt & freshly ground pepper, to taste

How To Make new england style clam chowder

  • 1
    Drain clams and reserve juice. In a stock pot, bring clam juice, potatoes, and bay leaves to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender.
  • 2
    In a separate, heavy bottomed kettle, saute bacon, butter, onion, oregano, and parsley over low heat. Do not allow to brown. Add flour to make a roux and continue to cook for several minutes.
  • 3
    Add the hot clam stock through a strainer, a cup at a time, and whisk until smooth. Add the remaining potatoes, clams, and stock and bring to a simmer.
  • 4
    Add the milk or half & half, black pepper, and dill weed and return to a simmer. Add salt, if needed. Serve at once with oyster crackers. 9 points per serving

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