RICH CLAM CHOWDER

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"I came across a chowder recipe I liked several years ago and have made just enough changes to give it a unique flavor...and feed a pretty large crowd. People always go back for seconds, then ask for the recipe." -Teresa Dastrup, Meridian, Idaho.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 1h10m

Yield 22 servings (1 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

6 cups diced peeled red potatoes
3 large onions, finely chopped
6 celery ribs, finely chopped
3 cups water
6 cans (6-1/2 ounces each) minced clams
1-1/2 cups butter, cubed
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
8 cups half-and-half cream
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
3 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

In a stockpot, combine the potatoes, onions, celery and water. Drain clams, reserving juice; set clams aside. Add juice to potato mixture. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes or until potatoes are tender. , Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour. Cook and stir for 5 minutes or until lightly browned. Gradually stir in cream. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Gradually stir into potato mixture., Add the vinegar, parsley, salt, pepper and clams. Cook 5-10 minutes longer or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318 calories, Fat 21g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 675mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.