Chunky Clam Chowder

Shared by: Anni

3 Points Per Serving

I have to admit that this one surprised me. My idea of clam chowder is a bunch of clams floating in heavy cream :) So I haven't tried making it since I went on Program. But this ... wow! ... it actually comes out creamy and (wonder of wonders!) it passed the DH Test!!! - Anni

2 cans chopped clams

1/2 cup water

2 cup diced potatoes

1/3 cup chopped celery

1/3 cup diced onion

White pepper (I used black as I didn't have white - plus I am used to those black flecks in my clam chowder and wanted it to look as "normal" as possible)

2 cups corn

2 cup skim milk

3/4 cup evaporated skim milk

1 tablespoon corn starch

Drain claims, reserve juice Mix water, potatoes, celery, onion, pepper, 1/2 cup clam juice - bring to boil, then simmer for 7 mins. Add corn, simmer 5 mins. Add milk and 1/4 cup evaporated milk, simmer 5 mins. Remove one cup of the soup and blend it smooth in blender or food processor. Add it back in. (Here's the secret on how it seems so silky using skim milk; this thickens it up nicely.) Add clams Mix 1/4 evaporated milk and the cornstarch, add in and stir constantly until thick

Serves 6

I had a HUGE bowl, about a third of the pot ... and that was only 6 points!!! Hubby drained the rest of the pot, so I knew I had a success on my hands :) And I had the crazy idea this would be a two-nighter (not!!).