New England Clam Chowder

The classic & yummy chowder.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 2 -3  slices bacon, diced
• 1  medium onion, chopped
• 3  medium potatoes, peeled & chopped
• 2 (7 1/2ounce) cans minced clams, drained (save liquid & add water to make 2 cups)
• 1⁄4 cup butter, melted
• 1⁄4 cup flour
• 2  cups milk
• 3⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon pepper

Directions

1. Cook bacon & drain.
2. Saute onion until clear.
3. Add potatoes & clam juice.
4. Cook until potatoes are tender.
5. Melt butter & mix in flour.
6. Stir into potato mixture to thicken.
7. Add milk, clams, salt, & pepper.
8. Heat through well & serve hot.