NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER

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Provided by Michele Ragussis, Food Network Star Season 8 Finalist

Time 1h

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound (4 sticks) butter
1 1/2 white onions, diced
5 stalks celery, sliced thin
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons clam base* or clam juice (See Cook's Note)
4 potatoes (Idaho or russet), peeled and cut into 1/4-inch cubes
2 pounds fresh chopped clams **
4 cups heavy cream
2 to 3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
A few dashes of your favorite hot sauce
1 loaf crusty bread, for serving

Steps:

  • In a deep stockpot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onions and celery and saute until translucent, about 4 minutes. Sprinkle in the flour and stir. Let the flour cook for 1 to 2 minutes. Add 8 cups water and the clam base and whisk vigorously, making sure there are no lumps from the flour. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and stir in the potatoes and chopped clams. Simmer for 20 minutes. Add the cream, dill, and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Bring back to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and cook until thickened, another 20 minutes. Check for seasoning, add a few dashes hot sauce, and serve with your favorite crusty bread.

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