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New England Clam Chowder Recipe

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I wasn't satisfied with other recipes I came across for clam chowder, so I devised this one. Everyone who's tried it raves about it. The dish is great on a cold day.

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New England Clam Chowder Recipe

Prep: 15 min. Cook: 30 min.

Yield: 10-12 Servings

15 30 45

Ingredients

4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 medium onions, chopped
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 quarts milk
3 cans (6-1/2 ounces each) chopped clams, undrained
2 to 3 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground sage
1 teaspoon ground thyme
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Minced fresh parsley

Directions

Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender.
Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, saute onions in butter until tender. Add flour; stir until smooth. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
Drain potatoes; add to Dutch oven. Add clams and remaining ingredients; heat through. Yield: 10-12 servings (3 quarts).

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1 cup) equals 254 calories, 13 g fat (8 g saturated fat), 45 mg cholesterol, 678 mg sodium, 26 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 9 g protein.

Originally published as New England Clam Chowder in Country December/January 1995, p49

Keep Clams Tender

Homemade clam chowder is a real treat! The trick to wonderfully tender clams is to add them at the end of cooking. If they cook too long, they become tough. —Evelyn Joy, Alameda, California

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Reviewed on Feb. 16, 2011 by abreendre

Needs a day to taste it's best.

Reviewed on Jan. 01, 2011 by kerrynjames

I made this for Christmas Eve dinner and the husband loved it. We like a little spice, so I threw in some cayenne pepper and that gave it a nice kick. Thanks for the recipe!

Reviewed on Jul. 20, 2010 by jaqui10

First time I ever made chowder, and let me tell you this was great. I never thought this would be so easy and quick. Made a large batch and it was all gone the same day I made it.

Reviewed on Feb. 05, 2010 by smelonas

Made this last night for my dad and brother. They LOVED it. My brother said it was better than Moe's Clam Chowder which is a big deal on the Oregon Coast. I added 1 lb. of cooked bacon pieces, decreased the onions, and used 6 potatoes. It was excellent and will make it again. It makes a lot. Use a BIG pot to cook it in.

Reviewed on Nov. 16, 2009 by lsiedschlag

Fantastic recipe. Authentic chowder!

Reviewed on Oct. 08, 2009 by dmayerhofer

I, too, was looking for a simple yet rich clam chowder. This is the best!

Reviewed on Jul. 08, 2009 by dornie nornie

MADE THIS FOR SUPPER TONIGHT, AND IT WAS AWESOME....EVERYONE LOVED IT...MADE SEASONED BREAD BOWLS FOR THE SOUP TO BE SERVED IN....ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS..

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