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My Favorite Boston Clam Chowder

Whether you're entertaining or relaxing, this recipe hits the spot.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 541 kcal
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 2 cups diced peeled potatoes (I use Yukon Gold or Red potatoes)
  • ¾ cup butter
  • ¾ cup flour
  • 1 quart half-and-half
  • 2 cans cans (6.5-ounces each) minced clams
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • 1 ½ tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • pepper to taste

Instructions

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  1. Drain the clams and reserve the liquid. In a large pot, place the vegetables and pour the claim juice over the top. Add enough water to barely cover the vegetables.
  2. Simmer over medium heat until the vegetables are almost tender (don’t overcook them in this step!), about 5 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, in a saucepan, melt the butter and add the flour, making a roux with a wire whisk. Constantly stirring, add the half-and-half slowly. Cook and stir until smooth and thickened, without boiling.
  4. When slightly thickened, add the roux to the vegetables and add the clams, salt, vinegar and pepper (to taste). Can keep warm (without boiling!) for a up to an hour or serve immediately.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1 Serving Calories 541kcal (27%) Carbohydrates 34g (11%) Protein 10g (20%) Fat 42g (65%) Saturated Fat 26g (130%) Cholesterol 122mg (41%) Sodium 923mg (38%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 2g (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 541

% Daily Value*

Serving 1 Serving
Calories 541kcal 27%
Carbohydrates 34g 11%
Protein 10g 20%
Fat 42g 65%
Saturated Fat 26g 130%
Cholesterol 122mg 41%
Sodium 923mg 38%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 2g 4%

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