Recipe for New England Clam Chowder

Directions

LEVO Prep

1. Pack LEVO Pod with minced garlic and thyme.
2. Begin infuse cycle at 160 F for 60 minutes in unsalted butter.

Instructions

1. Heat a large stockpot over medium high heat. Add bacon and cook until brown and crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate, reserving 1 tablespoon excess fat
2. set aside.
3. Melt infused butter in the stockpot. Add onion and cook, stirring frequently, until onions have become translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
4. Whisk in flour until lightly browned, about 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk, vegetable stock, clam juice and bay leaf, and cook, whisking constantly, until slightly thickened, about 1-2 minutes.
5. Stir in potatoes. Bring to a boil
6. reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 12-15 minutes.
7. Stir in half and half and clams until heated through, about 1-2 minutes
8. season with salt and pepper, to taste.*
9. Serve immediately, garnished with bacon and parsley, if desired. Enjoy!