Fisherman’s Wharf Clam Chowder with Garlic Sourdough Toast

Ingredients

• 2kg clams, cleaned
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 brown onion, finely chopped
• 1 large carrot, peeled, diced
• 3 rashers bacon, rind removed, diced
• 2 tbsp plain flour
• 4 cups chicken stock
• 750g potatoes, peeled, cut into 2cm cubes
• 2 cobs corn, kernels
• 300ml thickened cream
• 2 tbsp finely chopped chives (optional)
• 80g butter, at room temperature
• 2 garlic cloves, crushed
• 2 tbsp chives, finely chopped
• 1 sourdough bread stick