Great New England Clam Chowder

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I originally got this recipe from the copycat web site. It is supposed to be a copy of red lobster's clam chowder. After making it i think it is better than theirs.

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Steps

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Place potatoes in saucepan and cover with water , cook on medium heat until tender.

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Remove potatoes from heat , drain and set aside.

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In 2 quart saucepan on medium low heat melt butter , add diced onions , cook until onions are slightly clear in color.

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Add flour to butter and stir briskly.

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Mixture will start to thicken.

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Add half and half a little at a time while stirring briskly.

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Mixture will be creamy and will look like thick cream.

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Place salt , clams and juice , potatoes , bottled clam juice and milk with mixture.

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On medium low temperature bring chowder to a slow boil.

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Turn temperature down to low and let chowder simmer gently for 15 minutes , stirring frequently.

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Ingredients

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russet potatoes, butter, green onions, flour, minced clams, salt, black pepper, garlic, half-and-half, whole milk, clam juice, fresh parsley