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Clam Chowder Recipe

A hearty and creamy clam chowder perfect for a cozy meal.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cans Clams drained and chopped
  • 4 slices Bacon chopped
  • 1 medium Onion diced
  • 2 cups Potatoes peeled and diced
  • 2 cups Water
  • 3 tablespoons Butter
  • 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
  • 2 cups Half-and-half cream
  • 1 teaspoon Salt or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon Ground black pepper or to taste

Instructions 

  1. 1. In a large pot, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove bacon, crumble, and set aside. Leave the bacon drippings in the pot.
  2. 2. Add onions to the pot and cook until tender. Stir in potatoes and water, and bring to a boil. Cook until potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes.
  3. 3. In a separate saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually whisk in half-and-half cream. Cook and stir until thickened.
  4. 4. Stir the cream mixture into the pot with potatoes. Add clams, salt, and pepper. Heat through, but do not boil. Garnish with crumbled bacon before serving.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 500mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 2mg

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Clam Chowder
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