Sep 24 2026

Clam Chowder Recipe

Time40m
Serves4

Available on Fridays

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Bacon

    In a large pot, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon, chop into pieces, and set aside. Leave the bacon fat in the pot.

  2. 2

    Sauté Vegetables

    Add the chopped onion, celery, and diced potatoes to the pot with the bacon fat. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened.

  3. 3

    Add Liquids and Seasoning

    Pour in the clam juice, heavy cream, and add the thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.

  4. 4

    Simmer

    Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

  5. 5

    Add Clams

    Add the chopped clams and cook for an additional 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning to taste.

  6. 6

    Final Touch

    Remove the bay leaf, stir in the chopped bacon, and serve hot.

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