How to Make My Best Clam Chowder - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to comfort food, few things beat a hot bowl of hearty clam chowder. Creamy, savory, and packed with tender clams and savory vegetables, this classic dish is a staple in many households. With its rich, indulgent flavors and the warmth it brings, clam chowder is the ultimate comfort food for chilly evenings and rainy days.

Everyone has their own favorite clam chowder recipe, and for me, my best clam chowder recipe is a real winner. This recipe is a labor of love, taking th...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups cubed potatoes
  • 1 cup diced carrots
  • 1 cup diced celery
  • 1 cup minced onion
  • 3 (6.5 ounce) cans minced clams, drained with juice reserved
  • water to cover
  • ¾ cup butter
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 quart half-and-half cream
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Place potatoes, carrots, celery, and onion into a large skillet; pour in clam juice and add enough water to cover. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until vegetables are tender.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in a large, heavy saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour until smooth. Whisk in cream and stir constantly until thick and smooth. Stir in vegetable mixture with any juices until just heated through.
  • Stir in clams just before serving. If they cook too much they get tough. When clams are heated through, stir in vinegar and season with salt and pepper.
  • Nutrition

    501 cal.

    • Total Fat: 33g
    • Saturated Fat: 20g
    • Cholesterol: 137mg
    • Sodium: 712mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 28g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 24g
    • Vitamin C: 27mg
    • Calcium: 218mg
    • Iron: 20mg
    • Potassium: 892mg