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New England Clam Chowder

Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

40 mins

Serves:

16

Level:

intermediate

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Alevia's Kitchen

Short Description

A creamy, hearty chowder filled with tender clams, potatoes, bacon, and onions, simmered in a rich broth for a classic New England favourite.

Ingredients

4 cans chopped clams

4 potatoes, diced

4 oz bacon bits

3 tablespoons unsalted butter

2 cups onion, finely diced

3 teaspoons chopped garlic

1 teaspoon thyme

2 each bay leaf

4 cups clam juice

2 tablespoons parsley, freeze-dried

8 green onions

2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

2 tablespoons hot sauce

1 qt heavy cream

Slurry

Preparation

Drain the clams, setting aside both the juice and clams. Peel and chop the potatoes into 1-inch cubes and soak them in water. In a large pot over medium heat, sauté the bacon, onion, and butter for 5 minutes. Add the garlic, thyme, and bay leaves, and cook for an additional 5 minutes.


Add the drained potatoes, clam juice, and water. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender. Remove the bay leaves.


Add the cream and clams, bringing the mixture back to a boil. Once boiling, reduce to a medium boil and thicken with a slurry. Cook for 5 minutes, then lower the heat. Add the parsley, green onion, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce, seasoning to taste.

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