Indulge in the rich and creamy flavors of New England Razor Clam Chowder with this easy-to-follow recipe. This classic seafood chowder is perfect for seafood lovers and will warm you up on a cold winter day. You can enjoy the freshness of razor clams in every spoonful of this hearty chowder.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs razor clams, cleaned and chopped
- 4 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 3 potatoes, peeled and diced
- 3 cups clam juice
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Directions
- In a large pot, cook bacon until crispy. Remove bacon and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onion, celery, and carrots until softened.
- Add potatoes and clam juice to the pot. Bring to a simmer and cook until potatoes are tender.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, heavy cream, and flour until smooth. Pour into the pot and stir well.
- Add chopped razor clams to the chowder and simmer for another 5-10 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with crispy bacon and chopped parsley.