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new england clam chowder

Recipe by
Samantha Bideau
Louisville, KY

Normally my family does not care for sage or thyme but this clam chowder is fantastic! There are no complaints when this made...and very few leftovers :)

yield 10 -12 servings
method Stove Top

Ingredients For new england clam chowder

  • 4 md
    potatoes, peeled, and cubed
  • 2 md
    onions, chopped
  • 1/2 c
    butter
  • 3/4 c
    all purpose flour
  • 2 qt
    milk
  • 3 can
    (6 1/2oz each) chopped clams, undrained
  • 2-3 tsp
    salt
  • 1 tsp
    ground sage
  • 1 tsp
    ground thyme
  • 1/2 tsp
    celery salt
  • 1/2 tsp
    pepper

How To Make new england clam chowder

  • 1
    Place potatoes in a saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, covered until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
  • 2
    Meanwhile in a Dutch over, saute onions in butter until tender. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
  • 3
    Drain potatoes; add to Dutch oven. Add clams and the remaining ingredients; heat through

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