Marilyn's Cheesy Clam Chowder

Name: Marilyn's Cheesy Clam Chowder
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 20 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 6 slices bacon; ½ cup diced carrots; ½ cup chopped celery; ½ cup finely diced onion; ¼ cup all-purpose flour; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper; 3 (8 ounce) cans clams; 2 (8 ounce) jars clam juice; 4 cups milk; 1 cup cubed potatoes; 1 (8 ounce) package white Cheddar cheese, shredded; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Rating: 4.67 stars

45 Ratings
37 Reviews
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A little different twist on an old favorite...cheese makes the difference! Substitute half and half cream for a richer chowder.

By Marilyn

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Recipe Summary

prep:

20 mins

cook:

1 hr

total:

1 hr 20 mins

Servings:

Yield:

6 servings

Nutrition Info

Directions

Step 1
In a Dutch oven, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove bacon, drain on paper towels, and crumble. Reserve. Drain clams, reserve juice.

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Step 2
Cook and stir carrot, celery, and onion in bacon fat until onion is transparent.
Step 3
Stir in flour, cornstarch, potatoes, salt, and pepper. Cook and stir until mixture is bubbly. Add reserved clam liquor to clam juice to measure 3 1/2 cups; stir juice and milk into the vegetable mixture. Heat just to boiling, and reduce heat to simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until mixture thickens.
Step 4
Add clams, potatoes, and cheese; stir until cheese is melted. Sprinkle with reserved bacon, and garnish with chopped parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

583 calories; protein 48.3g; carbohydrates 26.5g; fat 30.5g; cholesterol 148.5mg; sodium 1032mg. Full Nutrition

Reviews (37)

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Doug Matthews

Allstar

01/18/2003

My 3 1/2 year old daughter and I made this over the weekend and it was great. We added extra veggies and used half & half instead of milk to make it extra creamy. It is definitely in our family's soup rotation from now on. Read More

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SANDRABECHTOLD

11/14/2004

Needs more potatoes. Directions step 4 & 5 both say to add the potatoes. Which is correct? Still a good flavor will use again (modified). Read More

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45 Ratings

5 star values: 32
4 star values: 11
3 star values: 2
2 star values: 0
1 star values: 0

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Doug Matthews

Allstar

01/18/2003

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DELTAQUEEN50

10/01/2005

This is very good chowder - thick rich and tasty. I cut the amount of cheese just a bit but it definitely added a richness to the flavor without tasting too "cheesy". I will be making this one again and again. Thank you. Read More

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SANDRABECHTOLD

11/13/2004

Needs more potatoes. Directions step 4 & 5 both say to add the potatoes. Which is correct? Still a good flavor will use again (modified). Read More

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(10)

CMORROW

12/27/2007

Wonderful Clam Chowder. I made this the day before to serve on Christmas Eve to a small group. They loved it. Had some left over for the next day - yummy! I used sharp cheddar cheese and half and half instead of milk. Very rich and delicious! Read More

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mrsjawshewa

02/23/2008

Loved it - made up a batch for National Clam Chowder Day (Feb 23) and it was a huge hit. Used sweet potato in place of white because it was all I had on hand. Also use extra sharp white cheddar - gave a tremendous kick to the chowder although it didn't look as nice it separated too much but that was my own fault. Read More

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GOCLCLESS

09/11/2003

I love it! Made enough to freeze for another meal. My picky son even ate it! Thanks for the recipe! Read More

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LAURAA10

01/18/2003

I loved this receipe! It had just the perfect combination of flavors. The cheese added a little zip I used sharp white cheddar. Also I didn't add all the flour it called for made it more like a soup rather than a thick chowder. Everyone loved it! Thanks Read More

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Richele Rodgers Clark

09/24/2003

this was fantastic! I used 1 bottle clam juice and one knorr chicken boullon water to make up for the second bottle. a dash of old bay too. perfect for monday night football dinner! Read More

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Val

10/08/2007

I loved this soup! Even my six year old who loves the "clam" in the soup but hates the "chowder" part loved this and wanted seconds!!! It was delicious. Thanks for the recipe! Read More

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Servings Per Recipe: 6
Calories: 583

% Daily Value *

protein: 97 %

carbohydrates: 9 %

dietary fiber: 6 %

sugars:

fat: 47 %

saturated fat: 72 %

cholesterol: 50 %

vitamin a iu: 67 %

niacin equivalents: 100 %

vitamin b6: 25 %

vitamin c: 58 %

folate: 18 %

calcium: 59 %

iron: 181 %

magnesium: 26 %

potassium: 38 %

sodium: 41 %

thiamin: 44 %

calories from fat:

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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Doug Matthews

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01/18/2003

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10/01/2005

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SANDRABECHTOLD

11/13/2004

Needs more potatoes. Directions step 4 & 5 both say to add the potatoes. Which is correct? Still a good flavor will use again (modified).

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CMORROW

12/27/2007

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mrsjawshewa

02/23/2008

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GOCLCLESS

09/11/2003

I love it! Made enough to freeze for another meal. My picky son even ate it! Thanks for the recipe!

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LAURAA10

01/18/2003

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Richele Rodgers Clark

09/24/2003

this was fantastic! I used 1 bottle clam juice and one knorr chicken boullon water to make up for the second bottle. a dash of old bay too. perfect for monday night football dinner!

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Val

10/08/2007

I loved this soup! Even my six year old who loves the "clam" in the soup but hates the "chowder" part loved this and wanted seconds!!! It was delicious. Thanks for the recipe!

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