New England clam chowder is so beloved that Manhattan-style clam chowder was nearly banned once, and lobster rolls are another staple cuisine if you're up in Maine. Perhaps it's not surprising ...

The best, creamy New England clam chowder recipe uses tender potatoes, bacon, and plenty of cooked clams in a rich, creamy broth with a slightly smoky flavor. It’s what we call comfort in a bowl!

Manhattan clam chowder, on the other hand, has a tomato base and no cream. The inclusion of tomatoes is seen as an affront to the New England church of chowder, so much so that in 1939 a bill was ...

These ingredients became the foundation of what would become New England clam chowder, a rich, creamy soup that offered sustenance during the cold months. The word chowder is thought to come from ...