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Clam Chowder Recipe

Clam Chowder Recipe
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This creamy clam chowder recipe is the ultimate comfort food, combining the rich, savory flavors of tender clams and hearty vegetables with a touch of sweetness from apple juice.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup diced Yukon Gold potatoes
  • 1 cup diced celery
  • 1 cup diced yellow onion
  • 1 cup diced green pepper
  • 1 cup diced leeks
  • 3/4 cup chopped clams (canned or frozen)
  • 3/4 cup apple juice
  • 3/4 cup butter, melted
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 quarts half-and-half
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 1/2 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 3/4 tablespoon dried thyme
  • 6 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon Tabasco

Instructions

  1. In a large saucepan, combine potatoes, celery, onion, green pepper, leeks, clams, salt, pepper, thyme, bay leaves, Tabasco, and apple juice. Simmer until potatoes are cooked through.
  2. In an ovenproof container, mix melted butter and flour together and bake at 325°F for 30 minutes to create the roux.
  3. Stir the roux into the simmering chowder and cook until thickened slightly.
  4. Remove from heat and gently stir in half-and-half until well combined. Heat back up to serving temperature.
  5. Serve immediately with crusty bread or garnished with fresh herbs.

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