new england style clam chowder

40 Pinches
Henderson, NE
Updated on Dec 28, 2013

I don't know if this is the best clam chowder as I'm from the mid-west and have never had fresh seafood available and have a very limited taste for it. However, I do like clam chowder! I like this recipe because it doesn't make too much as not everyone in my family likes it.

prep time 20 Min
cook time 35 Min
method Stove Top
yield 2 - 4

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup bacon, chopped into 1/4 inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon flour
  • 2 cups canned clams, strained & liquid reservered
  • 2 cups water
  • 4 medium potatoes, peeled & chopped into 1/2 inch cubes
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups heavy cream

How To Make new england style clam chowder

  • Step 1
    In large saucepan, cook bacon until crisp. Drain grease. Return pan to stove top with bacon and turn heat to low.
  • Step 2
    Add 1 tablespoon of butter and onion. Saute until onions are soft but NOT brown. Add in flour and mix well and cook an additional two minutes.
  • Step 3
    Whisk in clam juice and water. Whisk until well combined and lump-free; take your time.
  • Step 4
    When well combined, add the potatoes, salt and pepper. Increase heat to medium and bring to simmer. Let simmer, uncovered until potatoes are tender. Turn heat to low again.
  • Step 5
    Add heavy cream, clams and the last 1 tablespoon of butter. Cook slowly until thoroughly heated. DO NOT BOIL

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

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