Clam chowder is a hearty, comforting and creamy soup that is very popular in the United States. This recipe for clam chowder is easy to prepare and packed full of flavor.
You’ll love the combination of tender clams, potatoes, onions, celery and cream. This recipe for clam chowder is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
As an added bonus, this seafood recipe can be made ahead of time, so you can easily enjoy it when you’re ready to eat. All you need are a few simple ingredients and you’ll have a delicious bowl of clam chowder in no time.
Let’s get started! Here’s what you’ll need to make this delicious clam chowder:
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 4 slices bacon, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 2 cups diced potatoes
- 2 bay leaves
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon celery seed
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 (6.5 ounce) cans chopped clams and juice
- 3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
Method
1. In a large pot, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove bacon from the pot and set aside.
2. Add onion and garlic to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add butter to the pot and stir until melted.
3. Add flour to the pot and stir to combine. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
4. Slowly add chicken stock to the pot, stirring constantly until combined. Add potatoes, bay leaves, thyme, pepper, and celery seed to the pot and stir to combine.
5. Bring soup to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
6. Add heavy cream, clams and juice, parsley, and reserved bacon to the pot and stir to combine. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
7. Serve hot with crusty bread or crackers.
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The history of Clam Chowder
Clam chowder has a long history in the United States, with recipes appearing in cookbooks as early as the 19th century. The dish is believed to have originated in New England, where clams were a plentiful source of food.
Clams were combined with potatoes, onions, and other vegetables, and then cooked in milk or cream. Over time, variations of the dish were created, with different ingredients being added, such as bacon, tomatoes, and celery.
Today, clam chowder is a popular dish in the United States and is often served with crackers or oyster crackers.
