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Slow Cooker Manhattan Clam Chowder

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Slow Cooker Manhattan Clam Chowder is a hearty and flavorful seafood soup that combines tender clams, ripe tomatoes, and aromatic vegetables. This easy-to-make dish simmers to perfection in your slow cooker, making it perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. Served with crusty bread or oyster crackers, this chowder offers a warm and satisfying meal that delights both the palate and the soul.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cans (10 oz each) high-quality canned clams
  • 2 cups diced ripe tomatoes (fresh or canned)
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 cup diced celery
  • 1 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Dice the onion, celery, red bell pepper, and garlic.
  2. In a slow cooker, combine chopped vegetables, diced tomatoes with their juice, oregano, and bay leaves. Stir gently.
  3. Pour vegetable broth over the mixture and stir to combine.
  4. Add canned clams with their juice and stir again.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
  6. Remove bay leaves and stir in lemon juice just before serving.

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Keywords: - For deeper flavor, sauté onions and garlic before adding them to the slow cooker. - You can substitute fresh clams for canned ones; just add them toward the end of cooking. - Customize your chowder by adding herbs like thyme or parsley for extra flavor.

Find it online: https://nrecipes.com/savory-slow-cooker-manhattan-clam-chowder-recipe/