Clam Chowder Recipe

Directions

1. 1

   Cook the Bacon

   In a large pot, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon from the pot and crumble it, leaving the drippings in the pot.

2. 2

   Sauté Vegetables

   In the same pot, add butter, onion, and celery. Sauté until onions are translucent.

3. 3

   Add Potatoes and Clam Juice

   Add the diced potatoes and clam juice to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.

4. 4

   Add Cream and Milk

   Stir in the heavy cream, milk, chopped clams, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Heat through but do not boil.

5. 5

   Serve

   Ladle chowder into bowls, garnish with crumbled bacon and parsley, and serve hot.