Classic New England Clam Chowder Recipe

Classic New England Clam Chowder Recipe

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If you’re craving clam chowder, try this classic New England clam chowder. It’s creamy, but not heavy, with delicate potatoes and just the right amount of briny clam flavor.

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Ingredients

  • 4 ounces (3 to 4 slices) thick-cut bacon, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 2 (8-ounce) bottles clam juice
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
  • 2 russet potatoes (about 1 pound) peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 pound (about 2 cups) frozen chopped clam meat, defrosted overnight in the refrigerator
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Oyster crackers, for serving

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