manhattan clam chowder

Florala, AL
Updated on Oct 11, 2012

My father-in-law preferred a tomato based clam chowder over the traditional cream based chowder. I made this chowder for him often because he loved it so much.

prep time
cook time
method Stove Top
yield about 12 cups

Ingredients

  • 6 slices bacon, coarsely chopped
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 - celery ribs, minced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 quart tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 3 cups potatoes, diced
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons thyme, dried
  • 1 - bay leaf
  • 3-6 1/2 ounces cans clams, minced, undrained
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch

How To Make manhattan clam chowder

  • Step 1
    Cook bacon in a Dutch oven until lightly browned. Add onion, celery and garlic; saute until tender. Add water and next 7 ingredients.
  • Step 2
    Cook , uncovered, over medium heat 20 minutes or until potatoes are tende.
  • Step 3
    Drain clams; reserve liquid. Add cornstarch to liquid; stir until smooth. Stir clams and liquid into vegetable mixture. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly; cook 1 minutes or until slightly thickened.

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Category: Chowders
Ingredient: Seafood
Culture: American
Method: Stove Top

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