Huvch3866 Huvch3866 21-11-2019 Biology contestada 28. What is the proper way to cool a large stockpot of clam chowder? allow the stockpot to cool at room temperature. Put the hot stockpot into the walk-in refrigerator to cool. Divide the clam chowder into smaller containers and place them in an ice-water bath. Put the hot stockpot into the walk-in freezer to cool.