"This clam chowder recipe comes courtesy ofchef Bryan Dame, executive chef of the Tides Beach Club Kennebunkport Oceanfront Hotel. The fresh cherry-stone clams are the star of this creamy, warming soup that makes a great appetizer during any season. Serves 4 as a first course...."
INGREDIENTS
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10 Pounds cherry-stone clams
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3/4 Cups water
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3/4 Cups white wine
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1/4 Pound bacon, diced
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2 Tablespoons butter
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1 Teaspoon chopped garlic
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1 large onion, diced
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1/4 Cup celery, diced
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1 1/2 Pound Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
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1/4 Cup flour
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2 Teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
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2 Cups cream
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1 Teaspoon chopped thyme
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salt and black pepper, to taste