3 slices bacon
1 1/2 c. finely chopped onion
2 c. minced clams
3 c. cubed potatoes
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
3 c. half & half cream

In 5 quart Dutch oven, saute bacon until almost crisp. Add onion, cook, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes.

Drain clams, reserving liquid.

Add potatoes, salt, pepper and clam juice to Dutch oven. Cook over medium heat, covered for 15 minutes or until potatoes are fork tender.

Add clams and half & half cream, mix well. Heat about 3 minutes. DO NOT BOIL.