Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp. butter
  • 1 Cup diced onion
  • 1/2 Cup diced celery
  • 1/2 Cup diced leeks
  • 1/4 tsp. chopped garlic
  • 2 Tbsp. flour
  • 1 quart milk
  • 1 Cup clams in juice
  • 1 Cup diced potatoes
  • 1 Tbsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. white pepper
  • 1 tsp. dry thyme
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

Method

  • In soup pot, melt butter over medium heat.
  • Add onion, celery, leeks and garlic.
  • Saute for 3 minutes, mixing often. Remove from heat and add flour, mixing well.
  • Add milk and whisk vigorously.
  • Drain clams and add juice to soup.
  • Slowly bring to a boil, mixing often.
  • reduce heat to a simmer.
  • Add potatoes and seasonings; simmer 10 minutes.
  • Add clams and simmer 5-8 minutes. Finish with heavy cream.
  • Serve.