Ingredients for Creamy Cheesy Clam Chowder
- Littleneck Clams
- White Wine
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Bacon
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- Garlic Cloves
- Carrot
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- Clam Juice
- Baby Clams
- Light Cream
- Heavy Cream
- 1 1/2 cups diced potatoes
- Frozen Peas
- 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
- Dried Thyme
- Cheddar Cheese
- Hot pepper sauce to taste
- Scallion
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How to Make Creamy Cheesy Clam Chowder
- In a large pot, steam clams with white wine over medium-high heat until they open (about 5-7 minutes).
- Remove clams from pot and set aside to cool slightly.
- Once cool enough to handle, remove clams from their shells and rinse thoroughly. Set aside.
- Strain the clam broth through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a bowl; discard solids.
- Combine strained clam broth, the liquid from the can of baby clams, and enough clam juice or water to measure 4 cups total liquid. Set aside.
- In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon, reserving bacon grease in the pot.
- Add butter to the pot and melt. Add onion, celery, and carrots; cook until softened (about 5 minutes). Add garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Whisk in flour and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly, to create a roux.
- Gradually whisk in the reserved clam juice mixture, ensuring no lumps form.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and milk; simmer for another 10 minutes.
- Add white pepper, thyme, potatoes, and peas. Stir in the cooked clams and baby clams (including their liquid).
- Reduce heat to low; stir in cheese until melted and smooth. Do not boil.
- Season with salt and hot pepper sauce to taste.
- Garnish with reserved bacon and sliced scallions.
- Serve immediately with crusty French bread and a fresh green salad.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
32 g
Sugar
30g
Fat
84g
Carbs
15g
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