Manhattan Clam Chowder

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  • Prep Time

    20 mins

  • Cook Time

    20 mins

  • Total Time

    1 hr 5 mins

  • Servings

    6

  • Calories

    244 kcal

  • Course

    Soup

  • Cuisine

    American

Manhattan Clam Chowder

This Manhattan clam chowder is clams simmered with bacon, vegetables and potatoes in a savory tomato broth. A hearty soup that's easy to make and perfect when served as an appetizer or main course option.

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Ingredients

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  • 6 lices Bacon chopped
  • 1/2 cup onion diced
  • 2 carrots peeled, quartered and sliced
  • 1/2 cup celery sliced
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic 
  • 1/4 cup tomato paste
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 pound Russet potatoes peeled and diced into 1/2 inch cubes
  • 2 ounce bottles clam juice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 28 ounce can diced tomatoes do not drain
  • 10 ounce can whole baby clams drained
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
  • oyster crackers and cooked bacon for serving optional
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Instructions

  1. Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add the bacon and cook, stirring occasionally, until crisp.
  2. Remove the bacon from the pot and drain on paper towels.
  3. Add the onions, carrots and celery to the pan. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 6-8 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
  4. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  5. Place the tomato paste, thyme, bay leaf, clam juice, broth and potatoes in the pot. Stir to combine. Bring to a simmer.
  6. Cook for 10-15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
  7. Stir in the tomatoes and baby clams. Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Simmer for 5 more minutes. Stir in the reserved bacon. Top with chopped parsley. Add oyster crackers and more bacon if desired, then serve.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 244kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 35g (12%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Cholesterol 15mg (5%) Sodium 761mg (32%) Potassium 699mg (20%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 8g (16%) Vitamin A 3807IU (76%) Vitamin C 16mg (18%) Calcium 39mg (4%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 244 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 244kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 35g 12%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 9g 14%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 15mg 5%
Sodium 761mg 32%
Potassium 699mg 15%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 8g 16%
Vitamin A 3807IU 76%
Vitamin C 16mg 18%
Calcium 39mg 4%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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