golden clam chowder

Calais, ME
Updated on Sep 10, 2013

Comfort food at its best!

prep time 40 Min
cook time 40 Min
method ---
yield 7 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 - celery ribs
  • 2 - medium carrots
  • 1 - medium onion
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 - medium potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 2 cans minced clams (6-1/2 oz each)
  • 1 bottle clam juice (8 oz)
  • 1 cup plus 1 tablespoon water, divided
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 can evaporated milk (12 oz)
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 2 - bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

How To Make golden clam chowder

  • Step 1
    Finely chop the celery, carrots and onion. In a Dutch oven, saute vegetables in oil until tender.
  • Step 2
    Add garlic and cook 1 minute longer.
  • Step 3
    Stir in potatoes, clams, clam juice, 1 cup of water, thyme, salt and pepper.
  • Step 4
    Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer for 12 to 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
  • Step 5
    Gradually stir in milk; heat through. Combine cornstarch and remaining water until smooth. Stir into chowder. Bring to a boil and cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in bacon.

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