Dinner for 4
Creamy Clam Chowder
Clams, bacon, potatoes, milk, and cream simmer together with thyme and onion for a thick, hearty chowder.
$6.75per serving $$$$
45 minstart to table
4servings
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Ingredients
- 1 1/2 kg clams
- 50 g butter
- 150 g bacon
- 1 finely chopped onion
- sprigs of fresh thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tbls plain flour
- 150 ml milk
- 150 ml double cream
- 2 potatoes
- chopped parsley
Steps
- Scrub the clams under cold water and discard any cracked or open shells.
- Cook the bacon in a large pot over medium heat for 5 minutes, then transfer it to a plate.
- Cook the onion in the bacon fat and butter for 5 minutes.
- Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Add the milk, cream, potatoes, thyme, and bay leaf, then simmer for 15 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
- Add the clams, cover the pot, and cook for 6 to 8 minutes until the shells open.
- Discard unopened clams, remove the bay leaf, and stir in the bacon and parsley.
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