~ clam chowder ~

Recipe by
Cassie *
Somewhere, PA

One of my favorite chowders. Enjoy!

yield 6 - 8
prep time 10 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For ~ clam chowder ~

  • 1/2 lb
    good bacon or salt pork ~ cut into 1/2 - 1 inch pieces
  • 3 Tbsp
    butter
  • 1 lg
    onion, chopped
  • 1/2 c
    each - chopped celery & sliced leeks
  • 1 sm
    clove, garlic - minced
  • 2 1/2 - 3 Tbsp
    flour
  • 4 c
    milk
  • 1 - 1 1/2 c
    minced clams with juice
  • 2 c
    peeled & cubed potatoes
  • 2 tsp
    salt or to taste
  • 1/2 tsp
    white pepper
  • 1 tsp
    dried thyme or to taste
  • 1/2 c
    heavy cream
  • 2 Tbsp
    dry sherry
  • splash
    worcestershire sauce
  • oyster
    crackers & fresh cracked black pepper to top ~ optional

How To Make ~ clam chowder ~

  • 1
    In a large dutch oven, brown the bacon, then remove and set aside. Drain grease and in the same pan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the celery, onion, garlic and leeks. Cook for about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the flour and mix well, cooking for 1 minute. Stir in the milk and whisk vigorously. Drain clams and add the juice to the pot. ( if using fresh, save some juice.) and add it. Slowly bring to a boil, stirring often. Reduce heat to simmer. Add potatoes and seasoning and continue cooking until potatoes are tender. Now, add the bacon and clams and simmer for 5 - 8 minutes. (can serve bacon on top if you prefer Add the cream,, and just heat through. Now, stir in the sherry & Worcestershire sauce. Taste, and add more seasoning if desired. I serve with oyster crackers and fresh cracked black pepper. Enjoy!
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