creamy new england clam chowder

Name: Creamy New England Clam Chowder
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 45 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/2 pound(s) bacon strips; 4 - ribs of celery, chopped; 1 large onion, chopped; 4 clove(s) garlic, minced; 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed or canned diced potatoes work great; 4 bottle(s) clam juice (8 oz each); 3 teaspoon(s) chicken bouillion granules or better than bouillion chicken; 1/2 teaspoon(s) white pepper; 1/2 teaspoon(s) dried thyme; 2/3 cup(s) all purpose flour; 3 cup(s) half and half; 1 cup(s) heavy whipping cream or if you prefer a lighter chowder, omit the whipping cream and use a total of 4 cups half and half; 6 can(s) chopped clams, undrained (61/2 oz each)

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Robynne Glenn

Lake Arrowhead, CA

Updated on Oct 14, 2023

Calling all Clam Chowder lovers! This simple, yet hearty meal is creamy and satisfying. Full of flavor and texture to delight your tastebuds. Serve it in a bowl, a crock or if you're feeling fancy, hollow out a round loaf of bread per person and use it as a bowl. My family requests this chowder year round, so don't wait for winter to indulge! Note: this recipe is very adaptable. I spoil my family with extra clams and clam juice. If you want less, use less, but if you cut back on the clam juice, I suggest you replace it with equal amounts of chicken broth.

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Bowl of Creamy New England Clam Chowder with Crispy Bacon

prep time 30 Min

cook time 45 Min

method Stove Top

yield 8-10 serving(s)

Ingredients

1/2 pound bacon strips
4 - ribs of celery, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed or canned diced potatoes work great
4 bottles clam juice (8 oz each)
3 teaspoons chicken bouillion granules or better than bouillion chicken
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
2/3 cup all purpose flour
3 cups half and half
1 cup heavy whipping cream or if you prefer a lighter chowder, omit the whipping cream and use a total of 4 cups half and half
6 cans chopped clams, undrained (61/2 oz each)

How To Make creamy new england clam chowder

Step 1

In a Dutch oven, cook bacon until crisp. Remove and drain on paper towels; set aside

Step 2

Sauté celery and onion in the bacon drippings, until tender. Add garlic; cook an additional minute
Step 3

Stir in potatoes, clam juice, bouillon, pepper and thyme. Bring to boil. Reduce heat, simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
Step 4

In a medium bowl, combine flour and 2 cups of the half and half until smooth. Gradually stir into soup. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for about 2 minutes or until thickened.
Step 5

Stir in clams and remaining half and half and whipping cream; heat through(do not boil.)
Step 6

Taste and add more seasonings, if needed.
Step 7

Crumble bacon and sprinkle over each serving
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