Best Clam Chowder Recipe

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I serve this cheesy chowder every Christmas or New Year's. Throughout the year, I substitute the potatoes and clams with broccoli and find that even the grandchildren enjoy the taste. —Joy Schuster Glentana, Montana

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Best Clam Chowder Recipe
  • Prep: 15 min. Cook: 30 min.
  • Yield: 9 Servings
15 30 45

Ingredients

  • 4 cups cubed red potatoes
  • 3 cups water
  • 1 medium carrot, grated
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cold water
  • 3 cans (6-1/2 ounces each) chopped clams, drained
  • 2/3 cup cubed process cheese (Velveeta)
  • 1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk

Directions

  • In a large saucepan, combine the first seven ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
  • In a small bowl, combine flour and cold water until smooth. Stir into potato mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat. Add clams and cheese; cook and stir until cheese is melted. Stir in milk; heat through. Yield: 9 servings (about 2 quarts).

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1 cup) equals 170 calories, 6 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 26 mg cholesterol, 502 mg sodium, 19 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 9 g protein.

Originally published as Christmas Clam Chowder in Taste of Home December/January 2007, p40

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Chopping Onions

I’ve found that the best way to chop onions with no tears is to place the cutting board on top of the stove and turn the vent fan on high. —Gloria D., Courtenay, British Columbia

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Reviewed on Mar. 30, 2010 by charnellrn

I love it!!!! Have made it multiple times for my family!


Reviewed on Jan. 27, 2010 by sunshine_fortner

I discovered this recipe last year & we loved it we make it as often as we can now.


Reviewed on Jan. 10, 2010 by technogirl08

Too much pepper. Perhaps needs little to none. I think I would go for a more traditional recipe for clam chowder the next time.


Reviewed on Apr. 20, 2008 by fivecarfan

I have made this recipe 5 times since I found it in the Taste of Home Annual. Incredible. I've made it for my Mother and she loves it. The only thing I do different, is use 4 cans of clams. Great recipe. Thanks


Reviewed on Dec. 16, 2007 by teracalvin


Reviewed on Dec. 15, 2007 by Anonymous

 
 
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