Clam Chowder
Clam chowder is a thick and creamy soup that is packed with chopped clams, veggies, and more! It is delicious comfort food that is easy to make and perfect to enjoy year-round.
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Servings: 6 people
Ingredients
- 4 slices bacon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoon butter
- ½ onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium russet potatoes, peeled and quartered
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 1 and ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3 (6.5 oz.) cans chopped clams (with juice)
- ½ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Spray a large pot with non-stick cooking spray. Add the bacon and cook until crispy on both sides. Remove the bacon from the pot and discard the grease.
- Add olive oil and butter to the pot. Once the butter is melted add the chopped onions and sauté until fragrant. About 2 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and peeled and quartered potatoes and sauté an additional minute.
- Stir in the flour and season with salt and pepper. Add the broth and milk. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally, reduce the heat slightly and continue to cook until the potatoes are soft and easily pierced with a fork. Keep stirring occasionally so the soup doesn't stick to the bottom of the pot.
- Stir in the heavy cream and canned chopped clams. Serve warm garnished with the chopped bacon and a side of oyster crackers.
Nutrition
Calories: 260kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 16.6g | Saturated Fat: 7.6g | Cholesterol: 43mg | Sodium: 583mg | Potassium: 450mg | Fiber: 2.1g | Sugar: 3.4g | Calcium: 66mg | Iron: 1mg
