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Clam Chowder Recipe

Inspired by Old Port Sea Grill & Raw Bar
Time40m
Serves6

A creamy soup loaded with fresh clams and potatoes.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation Steps

1

Prepare the Clams

In a large pot, add the clams and 1 cup of water. Cover and steam over medium heat until the clams open, about 5-7 minutes. Discard any clams that do not open.

2

Cook the Bacon

In a separate large pot, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving the drippings in the pot.

3

Sauté Vegetables

In the bacon drippings, add butter, onions, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.

4

Add Potatoes and Seasoning

Add diced potatoes, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Pour in the clam juice and bring to a simmer. Cook until the potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.

5

Combine Ingredients

Remove the bay leaf and stir in the heavy cream and cooked clams (chopped if desired). Cook for an additional 5 minutes to heat through.

6

Serve

Ladle the chowder into bowls, crumble the cooked bacon on top, and enjoy!