Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsTrolley Square Oyster HouseNew England Clam Chowder Recipe

New England Clam Chowder Recipe

Time40m
Serves6

chopped clams, potatoes

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Ingredients

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Seafood

Dairy

Seasoning

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Dice the potatoes, chop the onion, celery, and garlic, and measure the chopped clams and clam juice.

Cooking

  1. 2

    Sauté Vegetables

    In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, celery, and garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.

  2. 3

    Add Potatoes and Clam Juice

    Add the diced potatoes and clam juice to the pot. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

  3. 4

    Combine with Cream

    Stir in the heavy cream and milk. Add the chopped clams, salt, black pepper, thyme, and bay leaf. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  4. 5

    Final Touches

    Remove the bay leaf and adjust seasoning to taste. Serve hot.

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