Clam Chowder Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Cook the Bacon

   In a large pot over medium heat, cook the bacon slices until crispy. Remove bacon from the pot and let drain on paper towels. Reserve about 2 tablespoons of the bacon fat in the pot.

2. 2

   Sauté Vegetables

   Add the chopped onion and diced celery to the pot with the reserved bacon fat. Sauté until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.

3. 3

   Add Potatoes and Broth

   Stir in the diced potatoes, chicken broth, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.

4. 4

   Add Clams and Cream

   Once the potatoes are cooked, add the drained clams and heavy cream to the pot. Cook over low heat for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

5. 5

   Serve

   Ladle the clam chowder into bowls, crumble the cooked bacon on top, and garnish with chopped chives before serving.