MICROWAVE: NEW ENGLAND CLAM
CHOWDER
 
3 slices bacon
2 (6 1/2 oz.) cans minced clams, drain & reserve 1/3 c. liquid
1 1/2 c. potatoes, cut in 1/2" cubes
1/2 c. chopped onions
3 tbsp. flour
1 1/2 c. milk
1 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
1 c. half and half

Place bacon in 2 quart casserole. Microwave on high until bacon is crisp, about 3 to 4 minutes.

Add reserved clam juice, potatoes, and onions. Cover. Microwave on high until potatoes are tender, about 8 to 10 minutes, stirring after half of cooking time.

Blend in flour. Stir in milk, salt and pepper. Microwave until thick, about 5 to 7 minutes. Stir after half of cooking time. Blend in half and half; stir in clams. Microwave at medium high until heated and thickened. Stir 2 or 3 times while cooking.

Since microwave ovens vary in power, you may need to adjust your cooking time.

 

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