How to Make Marilyn's Cheesy Clam Chowder - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to comfort food, nothing quite hits the spot like a hot bowl of chowder. And if you're a fan of seafood, then you're in for a treat with Marilyn's Cheesy Clam Chowder. This creamy and indulgent soup is the perfect combination of rich and satisfying flavors, making it a go-to recipe for cozy nights in or entertaining guests.

Marilyn's Cheesy Clam Chowder has been a family favorite for generations, and for good reason. The recipe was passed down from Marilyn's grandmother,...

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Ingredients

  • 6 slices bacon
  • ½ cup diced carrots
  • ½ cup chopped celery
  • ½ cup finely diced onion
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 3 (8 ounce) cans clams
  • 2 (8 ounce) jars clam juice
  • 4 cups milk
  • 1 cup cubed potatoes
  • 1 (8 ounce) package white Cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • In a Dutch oven, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove bacon, drain on paper towels, and crumble. Reserve. Drain clams, reserve juice.
  • Cook and stir carrot, celery, and onion in bacon fat until onion is transparent.
  • Stir in flour, cornstarch, potatoes, salt, and pepper. Cook and stir until mixture is bubbly. Add reserved clam liquor to clam juice to measure 3 1/2 cups; stir juice and milk into the vegetable mixture. Heat just to boiling, and reduce heat to simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until mixture thickens.
  • Add clams, potatoes, and cheese; stir until cheese is melted. Sprinkle with reserved bacon, and garnish with chopped parsley.
  • Nutrition

    583 cal.

    • Total Fat: 31g
    • Saturated Fat: 14g
    • Cholesterol: 149mg
    • Sodium: 1032mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 27g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 48g
    • Vitamin C: 35mg
    • Calcium: 591mg
    • Iron: 33mg
    • Potassium: 1357mg