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Clam Chowder

Creamy Clam Chowder Recipe That Fixes Any Bad Day in 45 Minutes

A creamy and hearty soup made with clams, potatoes, onions, and bacon.

  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups chopped clams (fresh or canned)
  • 4 slices bacon, diced
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cups diced potatoes
  • 2 cups clam juice
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp thyme

Instructions

  1. Cook bacon in a large pot until crispy. Remove and set aside.
  2. Add butter, onions, and potatoes to the pot. Sauté for 5 minutes.
  3. Pour in clam juice and bring to a boil. Simmer until potatoes are tender.
  4. Add clams, cream, milk, salt, pepper, and thyme. Cook on low heat for 10 minutes.
  5. Stir in cooked bacon before serving.

Notes

  • For a thicker chowder, mash some potatoes before adding the cream.
  • Fresh clams provide the best flavor, but canned clams work well too.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Author: Janet D. Evans
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: clam chowder, creamy soup, seafood recipe