Mom's Vineyard Clam Chowder Recipe

Summary

Preparation Time10 MinCooking Time10 Min
Ready In20 MinDifficulty LevelVery Easy
Health IndexHealthy++Servings4
CuisineCourse
MethodVegetarian
Main IngredientInterest Group

Ingredients

 Potatoes4 Large, peeled
 2 cans whole clams - save the juice
 1 pt. light cream, if desired for extra taste
 Whole milk4 Cup (16 tbs)
 Clam Juice1 Cup (16 tbs)
 2 sticks real butter
 Vermouth or wine to taste
 Salt To Taste
 Pepper To Taste

Directions

MAKING
1) In a saucepan, cook potatoes in boiling water to tender.
2) Make small bite size pieces out of the potatoes and clams.
3) In a bowl, combine potatoes and clams along with milk, clam juice and cream.
4) Stir well.
5) Add butter to melt in warm chowder over low heat.
6) Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7) Pour in little wine or vermouth if desired.
8) Heat up over low heat until nice and hot, but do not boil.

SERVING
9) Serve the chowder warm by topping with melting butter.
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