New England Clam Chowder Recipe
clams, smoked bacon, potato, fresh cream served with oyster crackers
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Vegetables and Seasoning
Liquids
Method
Preparation
- 1
Clean the Clams
Rinse the fresh clams under cold water to remove any sand or debris. Soak them in a bowl of fresh water for about 30 minutes to help them purge any remaining sand.
- 2
Cooking
- 3
Cook the Bacon
In a large pot, cook the smoked bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon, crumble it, and set aside, leaving the bacon fat in the pot.
- 4
- 5
Add the Potatoes and Liquids
Stir in the diced potatoes, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
- 6
Simmer the Chowder
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
- 7
- 8
Finish and Serve
Remove the bay leaf and serve the chowder hot, garnished with crumbled bacon and oyster crackers on the side.
