Clam Chowder Recipe
Boston style clam chowder with side of crackers.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Cook the Bacon
In a large pot over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove and crumble, leaving the bacon fat in the pot.
- 2
- 3
Add Potatoes and Flour
Stir in diced potatoes and flour. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- 4
Combine Broth and Cream
Gradually add chicken broth, stirring to avoid lumps. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 15 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- 5
Add Clams and Seasonings
Stir in chopped clams, heavy cream, salt, black pepper, thyme, and bay leaf. Simmer for 10 more minutes without boiling.
- 6
Serve
Remove bay leaf, serve hot in bowls with crumbled bacon on top and a side of crackers.
