NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER 
2 slices bacon, diced
1 c. onion, chopped
2 c. cubed potatoes
1/4 tsp. salt
Dash pepper
2 cans clams, diced
2 tbsp. butter
1 c. water
1 pt. half and half
Flour paste to thicken

Dice bacon and add onion; saute until tender. Add raw potatoes, salt, pepper and 1 cup water. Cook uncovered until done. Drain clams reserving a little of the juice. Chop clams; add this to bacon mixture. Make desired thickening paste and stir to keep from lumping. Mix well but do not boil. Slowly add cream and mix well. Do not boil as cream may curdle. Serves 4.

 

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