Mo's Clam Chowder

Dive into the comforting, coastal flavors of Mo's Clam Chowder, a creamy seafood classic that’s sure to warm your soul! This rich and hearty chowder combines the smoky goodness of crispy bacon with tender chunks of russet potatoes, sweet clams, and a velvety base of heavy cream and whole milk. Infused with aromatic garlic, thyme, and fresh parsley, every spoonful is a symphony of savory delights. Perfectly balanced with a touch of salty clam juice and simmered to perfection, this recipe is as satisfying as it is simple to prepare. Ready in just an hour, Mo's Clam Chowder makes an ideal weeknight dinner or an impressive starter for special gatherings. Serve it hot with buttery crackers or a slice of crusty bread for an authentic coastal dining experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons butter
• 6 slices bacon
• 1 medium, diced onion
• 2 stalks, diced celery
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 3 large, peeled and diced russet potatoes
• 3 cups clam juice
• 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup whole milk
• 3 cups (about 3 6.5-ounce cans) canned clams with juice
• 1 teaspoon (or to taste) salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon thyme leaves
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.

Step 2

Add the butter to the pot with the bacon fat, and melt over medium heat.

Step 3

Once melted, sauté the diced onion and celery in the butter until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the diced potatoes to the pot and pour in the clam juice. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk the flour with 1/2 cup of the heavy cream to form a smooth slurry.

Step 7

Stir the slurry into the simmering soup. Add the remaining heavy cream and the whole milk. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the soup thickens slightly.

Step 8

Add the canned clams with their juice, bacon bits, salt, pepper, and thyme leaves to the pot. Stir well and simmer for another 5 minutes.

Step 9

Taste the chowder and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley and accompanied by crackers or a slice of crusty bread. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3229.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3876.6

Total Fat 239.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 133.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 848.5mg	0%
Sodium 10118.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 271.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.7g	0%
Total Sugars 30.1g
Protein 130.5g	0%

Vitamin D 124.0IU	0%
Calcium 913.5mg	0%
Iron 104.2mg	0%
Potassium 7369.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.3%

Protein: 13.9%

Carbs: 28.9%