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Easy Clam Chowder

Easy Clam Chowder

This is an easy recipe for clam chowder using half and half.

⏱ Prep: 10 min ⏱ Cook: 35 min

Ingredients

  • 2 can chopped clams (6.5 ounce cans)
  • 1 large arge yellow onion (minced)
  • 3.25 cup celery rib (chopped)
  • 8 tbsp butter
  • 2 bacon slices (crumbled)
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 3 cup half and half
  • 1.5 cup flour (all-purpose)
  • 2 cup potatoes (diced)
  • 1 cup clam juice
  • 0 Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Melt butter in a cooking pot.

  2. Add onions and celery. Cook for 2 minutes, or until the vegetables soften

  3. Drain the juice from the clam and pour in along with the extra clam juice. Let boil.

  4. Put-in potatoes and thyme. Cook for 12 to 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender

  5. Combine half and half and flour. Mix well and pour the mixture in the cooking pot while stirring continuously. Cook until desired thickness is achieved.

  6. Put-in chopped clams and cook for 3 to 5 minutes more.

  7. Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with crumbled bacon.

  8. Serve. Share and enjoy!