Clam Chowderappetizers, soup 2 cup clams-large(about 8 clams) 2 potatoes-diced; large 2 med onions-sliced 2 bell peppers; chopped 2 celery stalks-chopped fine 1 tablespoon paprika 2 tablespoon butter 2 tablespoon flour 1 tablespoon accent 1 quart clam stock 2 tablespoon clam base 1 cup tomatoes, whole - chopped Steam clams in 1 qt. water in large kettle. Reserve liquid to use as clam stock. Dice the clams. Cook the potatoes separately in 2 cups of boiling water for 5-10 min. Drain. In a large pot,saute the onion, peppers, celery, & paprika in butter until the vegetables are tender, about 6 min. Add flour and Accent,stirring well so that mixture does not brown. Add clam stock, clam base, potatoes, & clams. Allow to simmer for 15 min. Add tomatoes & simmer for 5-10 min., covered. Serve. This recipe may be kept for a week. The clam base may be purchased at any fish market. |
