Clam Chowder

Introduction

A soul-warming soup that is the closest to filling your kitchen with coziness, this CREAMY clam chowder has a few little secret tricks. This creamy, savoury mess of yumminess is a definite winter warmer winner. It makes a great family night soup or one that you’d want to serve your guests.

Why Make This Recipe

But to my mind, there are a number of valid reasons you might want to prepare Clam Chowder. It is easy to make and only requires 40 minutes of your time. It is a great way to utilise those simple ingredients which you might commonly have at home. And when you pass it down to your family, memories are made. Because trust me, each and every bite will warm your heart up!

How to Make Clam Chowder

Ingredients:

• 4 slices of bacon, chopped
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 medium potatoes, diced
• 2cups clams, diced (tinned or fresh)
• 2 cups clam juice
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Directions:

1. Cook bacon in a large pot over medium heat until crispy.
2. Saute the onion and garlic until onion is translucent.
3. Add the chopped potatoes and sauté for 3 min.
4. Include clam juice and bring to a boil. Turn down heat and cook until potatoes are a little tender.
5. Add your clams and heavy cream, simmering for an additional 5 minutes.
6. Season to the taste with salt and pepper.
7. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve hot.

How to Serve Clam Chowder

Serving Clam Chowder Hot Serve it in a bowl and enjoy with some fresh parsley at top of the dish. It is perfect to serve with some nice crusty bread or crackers for dipping into all that creaminess.