Soup, New England Clam Chowder Disney

By Floridaberry

From Liberty Tree Tavern, Magic Kingdom Park Liberty Square

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup celery diced small
• 1/2 cup onions, diced small
• 1/2 cup green bel pepper, diced smal
• 1/2 cup butter or margarine
• 1/2 cup flour
• 24 ounces clam juice
• 1 12-ounce can chopped clams, with juice
• 1 quart milk
• 1/8 teaspoon thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon white pepper
• 2 cups potatoes, cooked, cut in 1/2-inch cubes

Preparation

Step 1

In a 4-quart saucepan, melt butter or margarine. Add celery, onions, and green peppers. Saute about 5 minutes until tender. Add flour and cook an additional 5 minute to form a roux. Stir in clam juice, chopped clams, and milk and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and immediately simmer for 15 minutes. Continue stirring while chowder thickens. Season with thyme, salt, and pepper and add cubed, cooked potatoes.

When potatoes are hot, serve immediately.