Roasted Sweet Potato and Smoked Bacon New England Clam Chowder

Savor the rich flavors of New England in this creamy, smoky, and savory soup that combines the sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with the indulgence of smoked bacon and succulent clams.

🛒 Ingredients

• 3 cups large sweet potatoes
• 6 slices slices smoked bacon
• 1 medium onion
• 2 stalks stalks celery
• 3 cloves cloves garlic
• 1 tsp teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 tsp teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 tsp teaspoon salt
• 1/2 tsp teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tbsp tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tbsp tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup cup heavy cream
• 2 cups cups clams
• 2 tbsp tablespoons lemon juice

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Pierce the sweet potatoes with a fork a few times and roast them in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork.

2. 2

   Step 2: Cook the smoked bacon in a large saucepan over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the saucepan and set aside.

3. 3

   Step 3: Add the diced onion, celery, and garlic to the saucepan and cook until the vegetables are tender.

4. 4

   Step 4: Add the thyme, oregano, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan and stir to combine.

5. 5

   Step 5: Add the flour to the saucepan and cook for 1-2 minutes.

6. 6

   Step 6: Gradually add the heavy cream to the saucepan, whisking continuously.

7. 7

   Step 7: Add the roasted sweet potatoes and clams to the saucepan.

8. 8

   Step 8: Simmer the soup over low heat until heated through.

9. 9

   Step 9: Stir in the lemon juice and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.

10. 10

    Step 10: Serve the soup hot, garnished with crispy smoked bacon and chopped fresh herbs.

💡 Pro Tips

This recipe is best served immediately, but it can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months. Reheat the soup gently over low heat, adding a splash of milk or cream if needed to maintain the creamy texture. Be sure to chop the clams into bite-sized pieces before adding them to the soup.

📊 Nutrition per Serving