February 27, 2009
The Difference Between Clam Chowder and Boston Chowder
Here in New England, one of the chowders we are famous for is the milk or cream based clam chowder. There is also a version called Manhattan chowder that is tomato based. Now, I went into a restaurant last week and listed under soups was an item called Boston Chowder. I had to ask what the difference was. I assumed it was a clam chowder. Yes, there were clams in it, but it also had fish and a little bacon added to it. I tried this chowder and I liked it! Adding fish to it made it even more appealing. I’m going to see if I can duplicate the recipe. Sounds good to me on a cold winter night. Pass the oyster crackers, please.
