Half and Half:
Store bought half and half is simply half heavy cream and half whole milk. If you cannot find half and half, you can simply use 1 cup whole milk and 1 cup heavy cream for this recipe.
Clam Juice:
Yes, we know this seems strange to buy clam juice in a bottle, but that’s exactly what we’re doing. You can find clam juice in your local grocery store with the canned clams and tuna.
New England, Manhattan, and Rhode Island Clam Chowder:
Phew, that’s a lot of chowders! Clam chowder originated in the northeast, and while there are many regional variations, the three most popular are the New England , Manhattan, and Rhode Island clam chowders. This recipe is a New England style clam chowder, because it is made with cream.
Can I make Creamy Clam Chowder without bacon?
Bacon is a traditional ingredient in clam chowder, and adds amazing flavor, but you can always leave it out. If you prefer to leave out the bacon, you will simply start by sautéing your veggies in butter.
Toppings:
Clam chowder is fantastic as is, but we love to top it with shredded cheese, chives, or even crushed oyster crackers on top! If you like this recipe, you may be interested in these other delicious soup recipes:
Creamy Sausage Potato Soup30 Minute Chicken Gnocchi SoupVegetable SoupCreamy Potato Soup
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