Clam-It-Up Chowder

Submitted by Debs Recipes

"A thick, hearty, and satisfying New England-style clam chowder that has been especially well-received by all who have tried a creamy & delicious bowlful. I prepare it using clams from the can and bottled clam juice, which are what's available here in landlocked Utah."

 

• Ready In: 40mins
• Ingredients: 12
• Serves: 6-8

ingredients

• 2 (6 1/2 ounce) cans minced clams
• 4 ounces bottled clam juice (half a bottle)
• 2 cups finely diced potatoes
• 1 cup finely diced onion
• 1 cup finely diced celery
• 2 tablespoons bacon fat
• 1⁄2 cup butter
• 2⁄3 cup flour
• 1 quart half-and-half
• 1 1⁄4 teaspoons salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon sugar
• 1⁄4 teaspoon white pepper

directions

1. Drain clams, reserving liquid; spread clams out on cutting board; remove and discard anything that looks questionable; set clams aside.
2. In a medium saucepan, pour drained liquid from clams and bottled clam juice over potatoes; add 1-2 tablespoons of water if needed so that potatoes are barely covered with liquid; boil gently 5-6 minutes until potatoes are tender; set aside without draining.
3. In a heavy stockpot, saute onion and celery in bacon fat for 2-3 minutes over medium-high heat; add butter and melt; whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until bubbly; gradually whisk in half and half; cook, stirring frequently, until bubbly and thick.
4. Add clams, potatoes, and the clam juice they cooked in to the pot; heat through; season and serve.

Reviews

[*Parsley*]

This is a great clam chowder. It's full of flavor and has a great texture. I like that little bit of sugar in there. Thanx for posting; I'll make this again.

 

[Kittencalrecipezazz]

Really great clam chowder soup Deb! I doubled the recipe and gave to my DS as a take home meal, this is a wonderful full-flavor rich soup. thanks so much Deb, my DS loved it!...Kitten:)