"The chowder can be refrigerated for up to 3 days...."
INGREDIENTS
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20 lb quahog clams, or a combination of quahogs, steamers, and razor clams
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¼ cup dry white wine
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2 bay leaves
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½ tsp black peppercorns
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¼ lb salt pork, or a combination of quahogs, steamers, and razor clams skin removed, cut into ¼-inch dice
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¼ lb bacon, cut into 1-inch dice
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2 Tbsp olive oil
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3 lb medium Yukon Gold potatoes, partially peeled and quartered
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2 large sweet onions, cut into 1-inch dice
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12 plum tomatoes, chopped
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1 small fennel bulb trimmed and thinly sliced
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1 garlic clove minced
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4 Tbsp (½ stick) unsalted butter, plus more for serving
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1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
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6 cups heavy cream
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2 Tbsp chopped fresh dill
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1 Tbsp steak sauce
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¼ tsp Old Bay seasoning
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5 drops Worcestershire sauce
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5 capers
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper
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Herb sprigs such as tarragon or sage, for garnish