Category Archives for "Chowder"

Contrary to popular belief, there are many different types of clam chowder in New England. If you live far outside New England, you might only know the famous creamy version. But if you live within New England, you may know the other regional styles, which means you may be able to name four kinds of […]

Ask a hundred random people, “Is clam chowder healthy?” and I guarantee that around ninety percent would say “No.” Let’s face it, anything that includes cream and bacon is automatically perceived as unhealthy by the majority of people. Overly rich and sludgy canned clam chowder furthers the perception that all clam chowder is unhealthy. As […]

I grew up fishing for bluefish every summer on the Long Island Sound and it’s among my fondest childhood memories. Man do they put up a fight! But it’s only recently that I’ve learned to appreciate them for their culinary potential. Contrary to popular belief, they make a robust fish stock and an absolutely luscious […]

It truly is New England’s best-kept chowder secret. Few people are aware of it and yet this little-known chowder is actually native to New England. It’s also tomato-based. This may be shocking to most New Englanders who abhor tomatoes in chowder. But in pockets around New England, there exists a Portuguese clam chowder that bears […]

Maine clam chowder is a unique twist on the more well-known New England clam chowder. The defining characteristic of Maine-style clam chowders is that traditionally they’re made with milk and never thickened with flour. In comparison to other chowder recipes in New England, the northernmost New England versions are on the thinner and brothier side […]

If you have strong opinions about chowder you might freak out when you learn about Long Island clam chowder. Judging from the picture below you’re probably already a little alarmed. Yeah, it’s pink. I know, strange, isn’t it? We all know chowder allegiances run deep in the Northeast. Everyone claims the version they grew up […]

In New England, the debate over what is a truly authentic New England clam chowder recipe can get pretty heated. Arguments typically center around the different types of seafood chowder recipes in New England. Some argue for a New England clam chowder without any thickening such as a Milky Maine clam chowder. Others argue for […]

If you’re looking for a great dairy-free clam chowder recipe, look no further. As opposed to most dairy-free clam chowder recipes, this recipe is a REAL New England-style clam chowder. It’s also a gluten-free clam chowder. It’s called a Rhode Island clam chowder and it’s one of the six types of clam chowder you’ll find […]

Did you know that New England fish chowder is the origin of every chowder in the United States? It’s true! Although today there are many regional chowder styles, it all started with New England fish chowders in colonial days. They are the original chowders and actually pre-date clam chowders. The first fish chowder recipe was […]

Oyster chowder is like a dear friend with a lavish lifestyle. You may have to keep your distance most of the time, but on occasion, it’s totally worth it to shell out some cash and indulge. Although oysters are not cheap these days, it’s one of those rare seafood chowder recipes that everyone should try […]

A poached egg in a chowder? Oh yes indeed! Better yet, not just any chowder but a smoked haddock chowder. It just so happens that the flavors of smoked fish and an egg yolk complement each other really well. Who knew? Well, I guess you could say millions of Asian people certainly know, perhaps not […]

Sometimes you just have to plant your feet on the ground, take a stance, and stand firm. For this Manhattan clam chowder recipe, that’s exactly what I’m going to do. Because this recipe will NOT be using canned clams. Nor will I recommend canned clams as an alternative option. No, you MUST be able to […]