Rich Clam Chowder Recipe-RedWine Vinegar

By CheeseDiva

Ingredients

• 6 cups diced peeled red potatoes
• 3 large onions, finely chopped
• 6 celery ribs, finely chopped
• 3 cups water
• 6 cans (6-1/2 ounces each) minced clams
• 1-1/2 cups butter, cubed
• 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 8 cups half-and-half cream
• 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
• 3 teaspoons salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Details

Servings 22
Preparation time 45mins
Cooking time 70mins
Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

In a stockpot, combine the potatoes, onions, celery and water. Drain clams, reserving juice; set clams aside. Add juice to potato mixture. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes or until potatoes are tender.

Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour. Cook and stir for 5 minutes or until lightly browned. Gradually stir in cream. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Gradually stir into potato mixture.

Add the vinegar, parsley, salt, pepper and clams. Cook 5-10 minutes longer or until heated through.
Yield: 22 servings (1 cup each).