Bratten's Clam Chowder - Copycat |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 50 Minutes |
Ready In: 65 Minutes Servings: 5 |
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This recipe came from a restaurant in Salt Lake City called Bratten's. It became a family favorite. Ingredients:
1 cup chopped onion |
1 cup diced celery |
2 cups diced potatoes |
1 lb minced clams, and juice |
3/4 cup butter |
3/4 cup flour |
1 1/2 teaspoons salt |
1 dash pepper |
2 tablespoons wine vinegar |
3/4 cup flour |
1 quart half-and-half |
Directions:
1. Drain juice from clams and pour over vegetables in very small sauce pan; add enough water to barely cover and simmer, covered over medium heat until barely tender. 2. In meantime, melt butter, add flour and blend; cook, stirring constantly. 3. Add cream and cook and stir with wire whip until smooth and thick. 4. Add undrained vegetables, clams and vinegar and heat through. 5. Season to taste. |
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