Manhattan-Style Clam Chowder

This Manhattan-Style Clam Chowder is a hearty, tomato-based soup that offers a robust alternative to creamy New England varieties. Packed with tender minced clams, savory bacon, and soft potatoes, it delivers a deep, savory flavor profile enhanced by fresh herbs and aromatic vegetables. The combination of clam juice and Italian-style tomatoes creates a luxurious broth that is both comforting and sophisticated. Perfect for a chilly evening or a satisfying weeknight dinner, this dish comes together quickly using pantry staples.

Cooking Method: Stewing

Cuisine: Italian

Courses: Soups

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 4

Calories: 565.0

Description

This Manhattan-Style Clam Chowder is a hearty, tomato-based soup that offers a robust alternative to creamy New England varieties. Packed with tender minced clams, savory bacon, and soft potatoes, it delivers a deep, savory flavor profile enhanced by fresh herbs and aromatic vegetables. The combination of clam juice and Italian-style tomatoes creates a luxurious broth that is both comforting and sophisticated. Perfect for a chilly evening or a satisfying weeknight dinner, this dish comes together quickly using pantry staples.

Directions

1
Cook the bacon in a heavy pot over medium heat until crisp. Remove bacon, leaving the fat in the pot, and reserve the liquid if desired for extra flavor.
2
Add the minced onion, celery, green pepper, and black pepper to the bacon fat. Sauté for 5 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
3
Stir in the reserved bacon pieces and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
4
Add the bay leaf, diced potatoes, water, clam juice, and the Italian-style tomatoes with their juices.
5
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
6
Stir in the minced clams and cook for 5 more minutes to heat through. Do not boil vigorously to prevent clams from becoming tough.
7
Remove the bay leaf. Season with salt to taste, remembering that clams and bacon are naturally salty.
8
Stir in the butter until melted.
9
Ladle into bowls and sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 565.0kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 42.1g65%
Saturated Fat 14.0g70%
Cholesterol 46.0mg16%
Sodium 1719.4mg72%
Total Carbohydrate 7.0g3%
Dietary Fiber 1.0g4%
Sugars 3.0g
Protein 37.7g76%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: manhattan clam chowder, tomato soup, seafood stew, clams, bacon, potatoes, celery, onion, green pepper, parsley, clam juice, savory, hearty, winter comfort food, italian style, easy dinner

Read it online: https://www.chefs-mate.com/recipe/manhattan-style-clam-chowder-2/