How to Make Newport Clam Chowder - A Step-by-Step Guide

Originating from the coastal city of Newport, Rhode Island, Newport Clam Chowder is a regional specialty that has gained popularity for its rich and creamy texture, and its abundance of fresh, succulent clams. This hearty and comforting soup is a beloved dish in New England, where it is often enjoyed during the colder months for its warmth and satisfying flavors.

What sets Newport Clam Chowder apart from other chowders is its use of quahog clams, a large and flavorful variety that is ...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup butter
  • 1 ½ large onions, chopped
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 quart shucked clams, with liquid
  • 6 (8 ounce) jars clam juice
  • 1 pound boiling potatoes, peeled and chopped
  • 3 cups half-and-half cream
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • ½ teaspoon chopped fresh dill weed

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Melt butter in a large kettle or stock pot over medium heat. Add onions and saute until clear. Stir in flour and cook over low heat, stirring frequently, for 2 to 4 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  • In a separate pot, bring clams and clam juice to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
  • In a small saucepan, cover peeled potatoes with water. Bring to a boil and cook until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • Slowly pour hot clam stock into butter/flour mixture while stirring constantly. Continue stirring and slowly bring to a boil. Reduce heat and add cooked potatoes. Mix in half and half, salt and pepper and chopped dill. Heat through but do not boil.
  • Nutrition

    337 cal.

    • Total Fat: 22g
    • Saturated Fat: 14g
    • Cholesterol: 78mg
    • Sodium: 627mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 26g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 9g
    • Vitamin C: 10mg
    • Calcium: 143mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 668mg