CHEESY CLAM CHOWDER

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I never thought I'd be able to duplicate the excellent taste of hearty clam chowders found in many restaurants, but this recipe proved me wrong. The dill makes it extra-special.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings (about 2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

2 cups chicken broth
2 cans (6-1/2 ounces each) chopped clams, undrained
3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
4 medium carrots, sliced
4 celery ribs, sliced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon minced fresh dill or 1 teaspoon dill weed
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cups half-and-half cream
1 cup cubed process cheese (Velveeta)
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

In a soup kettle or Dutch oven, combine the first 12 ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer for 20 minutes or until the vegetables are tender. Add cream and cheese; heat through until cheese is melted. Stir in bacon just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292 calories, Fat 16g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 59mg cholesterol, Sodium 1003mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

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