For 4 servings you will need:

4 slices bacon, diced
4 green onions, chopped, including tops
4 med. potatoes, pared, diced 1/2 inch
1/2 sm. green pepper, deseeded, chopped
2 c. clam juice or water
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. white or black peppercorns
2 cans (6 1/2 oz. each) minced clams, including liquid
1 c. whipping cream

1. In large heavy saucepan, saute bacon until crisp. Add onions, potatoes and green pepper.

2. Add clam juice or water. Simmer 15 minutes covered, until potatoes are tender.

3. Add salt, white pepper, clams and liquid and cream. Heat just to simmering. Do not boil or clams will toughen. Serve immediately.