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Ingredients

  • 4 cans (6 1/2-oz.) chopped clams
  • 1/2 lb. bacon, diced
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 6 to 8 large potatoes, pared and cubed
  • 3 c. water
  • 3 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. pepper
  • 4 c. half-and-half cream or milk
  • 3 to 4 Tbsp. cornstarch

Method

  • In skillet saute bacon and onion until golden brown; drain. Put into crock-pot with clams.
  • Add all remaining ingredients, except cream.
  • Cover; cook on HIGH 3 to 4 hours or until potatoes are tender.
  • During the last hour of cooking, combine 1 cup of milk with the cornstarch; add that and the remaining milk and blend thoroughly.
  • Heat through until chowder is thickened and bubbly, stirring frequently.