New England Clam Chowder

Ingredienser

1 tsp Worceseschire sauce

2 - 6.5 ounce cans minced clams

2 slices bacon

2½ cups chopped, peeled potatoes

1 large onion, chopped

1 chicken bouillon cube

1/4 tsp dried thyme

1/8 tsp black pepper

2 cups milk

1 cup half-and-half or light cream

2 tbsp all-purpose flour

Fremgangsmåte

• Strain canned clams, reserving juice. Set aside

• In large sauce pan cook bacon until crisp. Remove and crumble bacon. Set aside

• Stir in reserved clam juice, potato, onion, bouillon cube, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and pepper into saucepan. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer covered for approx. 15 min. With back of fork mash potatoes slightly against side of pan.

• Stir together milk, half and half, and flour, and add to potato mixture. Cook and stir until slightly thickened and bubbly. Stir in clams and bacon. Return to boiling; reduce heat and cook 1-2 minutes until heated through.