~ clam chowder ~
One of my favorite chowders. Enjoy!
prep time
10 Min
cook time
30 Min
method
Stove Top
yield
6 - 8
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound good bacon or salt pork ~ cut into 1/2 - 1 inch pieces
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup each - chopped celery & sliced leeks
- 1 small clove, garlic - minced
- 2 1/2 - 3 tablespoons flour
- 4 cups milk
- 1 - 1 1/2 cups minced clams with juice
- 2 cups peeled & cubed potatoes
- 2 teaspoons salt or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme or to taste
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons dry sherry
- splash - worcestershire sauce
- oyster - crackers & fresh cracked black pepper to top ~ optional
How To Make ~ clam chowder ~
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Step 1In a large dutch oven, brown the bacon, then remove and set aside. Drain grease and in the same pan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the celery, onion, garlic and leeks. Cook for about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the flour and mix well, cooking for 1 minute. Stir in the milk and whisk vigorously. Drain clams and add the juice to the pot. ( if using fresh, save some juice.) and add it. Slowly bring to a boil, stirring often. Reduce heat to simmer. Add potatoes and seasoning and continue cooking until potatoes are tender. Now, add the bacon and clams and simmer for 5 - 8 minutes. (can serve bacon on top if you prefer Add the cream,, and just heat through. Now, stir in the sherry & Worcestershire sauce. Taste, and add more seasoning if desired. I serve with oyster crackers and fresh cracked black pepper. Enjoy! - Last Step: Don't forget to share! Post a picture of your finished recipe here and on your favorite social network. Don't forget to tag Just A Pinch and include #justapinchrecipes!
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