3 slices bacon, cut up
1 1/2 c. chopped onion
2 tbsp. butter
16 oz. minced clams
1 tsp. salt
12 oz. corn
2 c. diced potatoes
1/8 tsp. pepper

In 6 quart Dutch oven, saute bacon. Add onion and butter, saute until brown, about 5 minutes.

Drain corn and clams, save liquid. Add clams, corn, potatoes, salt and pepper. Add more water to corn and clam juice to bring up to 4 cups. Simmer 25 to 30 minutes.