Description
Clam Chowder is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for warming you up on chilly days. This creamy soup features tender clams, savory bacon, and hearty potatoes simmered in a rich broth. Each spoonful delivers an unforgettable blend of flavors and textures that evoke seaside memories and family gatherings. With simple ingredients and an easy-to-follow recipe, you can whip up this classic dish quickly. Serve it with crusty bread or oyster crackers for a delightful dining experience that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds fresh littleneck or cherrystone clams
- 4 slices thick-cut bacon
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cups chicken broth (low-sodium)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
- Rinse clams under cold water and steam in a pot with one inch of water until they open (about five minutes). Discard any unopened clams.
- In another pot, cook bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon and leave fat in the pot.
- Sauté onion and celery in bacon fat until softened (about five minutes), then add garlic for one more minute.
- Stir in potatoes, chicken broth, and thyme. Bring to boil; reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender (about fifteen minutes).
- Add steamed clams (discard shells) and heavy cream; stir until heated through—do not boil.
- Serve hot, garnished with reserved crispy bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: New England
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg