Soup: Miso Clam Chowder

By á-3151

"Miso is a quick way to add exotic flavor to your everyday cooking," says chef John Anderes.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 3 ounces pancetta, chopped
• 1/2 cup onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, chopped
• 1 sprig thyme
• 1 cup dry white wine
• 1 pound russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 2 cups low-salt chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons miso
• 12 scrubbed littleneck clams
• Tabasco
• Chopped flat-leaf parsley

Details

Servings 4
Adapted from bonappetit.com

Preparation

Step 1

Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add pancetta. Cook until slightly rendered, 5–6 minutes.
Add onion, garlic, and thyme. Cook, stirring often, until onion is soft, 4–5 minutes. Add wine; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer for 2 minutes. Add potatoes, chicken broth, cream, and miso. Simmer until potatoes are tender, 20–30 minutes.
Add clams. Cover; cook until clams open, 5–7 minutes. Season with Tabasco; garnish with parsley.