Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsDressler'sChowder Recipe

Chowder Recipe

Inspired by Dressler's
Time45m
Serves4

Creamy soup with clams and potatoes.

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Ingredients

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Chowder Ingredients

Method

Chowder Preparation

  1. 1

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and celery, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add Potatoes and Broth

    Stir in the diced potatoes and then add the chicken or vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.

  3. 3

    Thicken the Soup

    In a small bowl, mix the flour with a bit of the broth to create a slurry. Stir this into the pot to help thicken the chowder.

  4. 4

    Add Cream and Seasonings

    Stir in the heavy cream, clams, salt, black pepper, thyme, and bay leaf. Heat through but do not boil. Adjust seasonings to taste.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Remove the bay leaf before serving. Ladle the chowder into bowls and enjoy!

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