Clam Chowder Recipe
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of homemade Clam Chowder with this easy-to-follow recipe. Loaded with tender clams, hearty potatoes, and savory bacon, this comforting soup is perfect for a cozy night in.
Ingredients
Bacon:
- 4 slices chopped
Onion:
- 1 medium yellow diced,
Garlic:
- 2 cloves minced
Potatoes:
- 2 medium russet peeled and diced,
Flour:
- 1/4 cup all-purpose
Clam Juice:
- 2 cups bottled
Chicken Broth:
- 1 cup
Clams:
- 2 cans 6.5 ounces each chopped with juice,
Half-and-Half:
- 1 cup or heavy cream
Bay Leaf:
- 1,
Dried Thyme:
- 1/2 teaspoon
- Salt and Pepper:
- to taste
Parsley:
- 2 tablespoons chopped for garnish
Oyster Crackers:
- for serving
Instructions
- Cook Bacon: In a large pot, cook chopped bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté Onion and Garlic: In the bacon drippings, cook onion until softened. Add garlic and cook briefly.
- Make Roux: Sprinkle flour over onions and cook to form a roux.
- Add Liquids: Whisk in clam juice and broth. Add potatoes, bay leaf, and thyme. Simmer until potatoes are tender.
- Finish Chowder: Stir in clams, cream, and seasonings. Simmer until heated through.
- Serve: Remove bay leaf, season to taste, and garnish with bacon and parsley. Serve with oyster crackers.
Notes
- For extra richness, stir in a tablespoon of butter at the end.
- If you prefer a thicker chowder, mash some of the potatoes in the pot before adding the clams.