BEST CLAM CHOWDER

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I serve this cheesy chowder every Christmas or New Year's. Throughout the year, I substitute the potatoes and clams with broccoli and find that even the grandchildren enjoy the taste. -Joy Schuster Glentana, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 9 servings (about 2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

4 cups cubed red potatoes
3 cups water
1 medium carrot, grated
1 small onion, chopped
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cold water
3 cans (6-1/2 ounces each) chopped clams, drained
2/3 cup cubed process cheese (Velveeta)
1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk

Steps:

In a large saucepan, combine the first seven ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender. , In a small bowl, combine flour and cold water until smooth. Stir into potato mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat. Add clams and cheese; cook and stir until cheese is melted. Stir in milk; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 502mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.