We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. New England clam chowder dates back hundreds of years, starting with a soup the indigenous Americans made from shellfish. European settlers ...

You might think that no New England chef worth their locally harvested sea salt would go near store-bought clam chowder, but that isn’t the case. “I’m from New England,” says Lambert Givens, executive ...

Start by cutting off the dark green tops of the leeks. Split them into quarters, slice into ½-inch pieces, wash well and set aside. Cut the bacon into thin strips. Heat a stock pot over medium-high ...

Nothing kicks off National Clam Chowder Day quite like a steaming bowl of one of America’s favorite soups, thick with clams and potatoes and bold enough to make you forget it’s still cold outside.

It's National Clam Chowder Day, Feb. 25, so I'm listing some of my favorite spots to dig into this all-American soup. If you're not up for dining in, try takeout from one of these local restaurants, ...

In a large pot, render the bacon in the butter until golden brown. Add the leeks and cook until they are soft but not browned. Add the potatoes and clam broth to the pot. Bring the mixture to a simmer ...