New England Clam Chowder

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons canola oil
  • 4 slices bacon, chopped
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme, or 1 teaspoon dried
  • 1 medium red potato, diced
  • 1 8-ounce bottle clam juice, (see Makeover Tip)
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 3 cups low-fat milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 12 ounces fresh clam strips, (see Shopping Tip), chopped, or 3 6-ounce cans chopped baby clams, rinsed
  • 2 scallions, thinly sliced

Description

Chopped Clams, Aromatic Vegetables And Creamy Potatoes Blended With Low-fat Milk And Just A Half Cup Of Cream Gives This Chunky New England-style Clam Chowder Plenty Of Rich Body. Serve With Oyster Crackers And A Tossed Salad To Make It A Meal.

Eating Well Favicon Eating Well
View Full Recipe



MS Found Country:US image description
Back to top