B'S New England Clam Chowder
B's New England Clam Chowder is a rich, creamy soup highlighting fresh clams, smoky bacon, and aromatic thyme. Perfect for comforting meals, it embodies classic American coastal flavors with tender potatoes and a velvety broth, making it ideal for cozy gatherings and seafood lovers alike.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Wash and open the clams, reserving the liquid.
- In a large pot, sauté the bacon over low heat until cooked through.
- Remove the bacon slices and reserve.
- Mince the clams and the onion.
- Saute the minced clams and onion in the bacon fat in the pot.
- Add the thyme to the mixture.
- Sprinkle the flour into the mixture and stir well.
- Add the clam juice, bay leaves, and diced potatoes.
- Crumble the reserved bacon and add it to the pot.
- Cook until the potatoes are tender.
- Add the milk, cream, and butter.
- Do not let the mixture boil after adding the dairy.
- Adjust seasoning as needed and serve.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).