Fishermans Chowder - bacon

Method

• Cook bacon in large saucepan until crisp, stirring occasionally.
• Use slotted spoon to remove bacon from pan, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings in pan.
• Drain bacon on paper towels.
• Add next 3 ingredients to drippings in pan; cook on medium heat 12 to 14 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender, stirring occasionally.
• Add broth and potatoes; bring to boil.
• Cover; simmer 10 to 12 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
• Add cream cheese spread; cook, uncovered, 2 to 3 minutes or until melted, stirring frequently.
• Add milk, fish, and bacon; stir.
• Bring to boil, stirring frequently.
• Cook 3 to 4 minutes or until fish flakes easily with fork.