New England Clam Chowder Stuck in the Midwest

StephieCanCook
StephieCanCook @StephieCooks
Midwest USA

I'm half "New Englander", on my dad's side, and as such I LOVE a good clam chowder, but alas I am stuck in the Midwest and there isn't a good, fresh clam in sight.
And CANNED clam chowder? Please don't get me started on that abomination! 😂
A good clam chowder should be thick, and creamy. And if there isn't at least a little clam in nearly every bite it ain't worth it.
Now, nothing beats a chowder with fresh clams, but if you're like me and stuck where truly fresh seafood is a rarity (or outrageously expensive) you'll appreciate the flavors of this chowder. Better yet, you'll truly appreciate what little effort it takes to prepare!

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Ingredients

  1. 1 (10 oz)can baby clams - drained, liquid reserved
  2. 3medium russet potatoes - peeled, cut to 1/2" dice
  3. 2medium carrots - peeled, cut to 1/2" dice
  4. 1/2medium yellow onion - minced
  5. 2 clovesgarlic - minced
  6. 4 tbsunsalted butter
  7. 1/3 cupall purpose flour
  8. 1 (12 oz)can evaporated milk
  9. 2-2 1/2 cupsmilk
  10. 1/4 tspcelery seed
  11. 1 pinchcayenne (or a dash of hot sauce) - optional
  12. to tastesalt and pepper

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Place potatoes and carrots in a medium saucepan. Add water to about 1/2 inch above veggies. Bring to a boil. Cover. Reduce heat and simmer until just fork tender. About 10 minutes.

  2. 2

    When veggies are done drain in colander and set aside. Return pan to medium heat. Add butter, when melted add onion. Sautée onion until translucent. About 2 minutes. Add garlic. Sautée 1 minute more. Always stirring frequently.

  3. 3

    Add flour. Cook 2 minutes, wisking constantly. Wisk in clam juice, evaporated milk, and milk. Bring to a simmer, wisking constantly to prevent clumping and sticking.

  4. 4

    Simmer until broth resembles a thin gravy. Add celery seed and a pinch of salt and pepper. Gently stir in clams, potatoes, and carrots.

  5. 5

    Reduce heat to medium low and cook 5 minutes more. If you'd like the soup a little thinner add up to 1/2 cup more milk. Dish up and enjoy!

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StephieCanCook
StephieCanCook @StephieCooks
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Cooking is a hobby and a passion of mine. I love cooking and trying new and different things. The best thing about cooking? I get to prepare delicious food for my family and friends that they (almost) always love! Lol.Many of my recipes are experiments in what I could make with what was available at the time. Many are simply my version of classic and/or popular dishes. A few are variations of recipes I have found elsewhere online but adjusted to our tastes. No matter what, though, each of my recipes is tried and tested before posting and I hope you find as much joy in preparing them as I do.
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