Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Clam Chowder Crostini, where creamy clam chowder meets crispy crostini for a delightful appetizer. This dish features fresh clams, smoky bacon, and rich cream, all served on golden toasted bread. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, it promises to impress your guests with its irresistible blend of textures and tastes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh little neck clams, cleaned
- 4 slices thick-cut bacon, diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 medium Yukon gold potatoes, diced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Fresh parsley or chives for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, cook the diced bacon until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels, leaving the fat in the pot.
- Add chopped onion and celery to the pot; sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in diced potatoes and cleaned clams; add chicken broth. Bring to a simmer and cover until clams open (about 5 minutes).
- Discard any unopened clams. Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream and thyme; simmer until thickened.
- Toast baguette slices until golden brown. Spoon clam chowder onto each crostini and top with crumbled bacon.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or chives before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crostini (50g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg