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Shirley's Maine Clam Chowder

Name: Shirley's Maine Clam Chowder
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 55 min
Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) jar clam juice; 3 large russet potatoes, peeled and cubed; 8 slices bacon, cut into small pieces; 1 large onion, chopped; 2 stalks celery, diced; 2 quarts shucked clams, with liquid; 2 cups half-and-half cream

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This is a rich clam chowder, but not as thick and pasty as some. Fresh shucked clams are recommended, but you may also use canned clams.

Recipe by IRELAND2

Updated on July 14, 2022

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Prep Time:

45 mins

Cook Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

55 mins

Servings:

8

Yield:

8 servings

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Ingredients

1 (8 ounce) jar clam juice
3 large russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
8 slices bacon, cut into small pieces
1 large onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, diced
2 quarts shucked clams, with liquid
2 cups half-and-half cream

Directions

In a small saucepan, heat clam juice and peeled potatoes. Bring water to a boil and let simmer until tender, about 15 minutes.
Place bacon in a large stock pot. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Stir in onions and celery. Cook until vegetables are soft.
Add potatoes, clam juice and clams to the stock pot. Heat until simmering.
In a separate pot, gently warm (do not boil) half and half. Pour warm half and half into the stock pot and heat just until warmed through. Do not boil the chowder or the cream will separate. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

284	Calories
12g	Fat
31g	Carbs
15g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 284
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g	15%
Saturated Fat 6g	29%
Cholesterol 51mg	17%
Sodium 343mg	15%
Total Carbohydrate 31g	11%
Dietary Fiber 3g	10%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 15g
Vitamin C 17mg	87%
Calcium 109mg	8%
Iron 8mg	45%
Potassium 800mg	17%

* 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.