Newport Clam Chowder
Newport Clam Chowder showcases tender potatoes and plentiful clams in a rich, roux-thickened broth enriched with half-and-half and brightened by a whisper of fresh dill. It’s briny, buttery, and deeply comforting—perfect for a cozy dinner or a special weekend soup night. Expect a silky texture with balanced seafood depth and gentle herb notes.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Melt the butter in a large kettle or stock pot over medium heat. Add the onions and cook until translucent. Stir in the flour and cook over low heat, stirring often, for 2 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
- 2
In a separate pot, bring the clams and clam juice to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- 3
In a small saucepan, cover the peeled potatoes with water. Bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- 4
Gradually pour the hot clam stock into the butter and flour mixture while stirring constantly. Keep stirring and slowly bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat and add the cooked potatoes. Stir in the half and half, salt and pepper, and chopped dill. Heat through but do not let it boil.
- Calories 468.72 kcal High
- Protein 16.98 g Good Source
- Carbs 39.17 g Moderate
- Total Fat 24.64 g High
- Saturated Fat 14.19 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 78.98 mg High
- Sodium 1647.67 mg High
- Fiber 3.04 g Moderate
- Sugar 5.15 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 183.29 mg Moderate
- Iron 3.68 mg Good Source
- Potassium 200.32 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 476.63 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 23.41 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
About This Recipe
Newport Clam Chowder is an American soup recipe made with 9 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr, serves 8, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Butter, Chopped Clams, and Clam Juice. Each serving provides about 468.72 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Newport Clam Chowder?
- It is an American chowder recipe made with 9 ingredients, usually served for soup.
- What is Newport Clam Chowder made of?
- The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Butter, Chopped Clams, Clam Juice, Diced Yellow Onion. The full list of 9 is above.
- What goes well with Newport Clam Chowder?
- Explore these American side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Newport Clam Chowder?
- About 1 hr in total: 30 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 468.72 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Newport Clam Chowder easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 4 steps.
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