Pacific clam and corn chowder

6 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
8ouncesMinced clams
1cupClam nectar and water
3slicesBacon, chopped
1cupChopped onion
2cupsDiced raw potatoes
cupDrained whole kernel corn
3cupsMilk
2tablespoonsFlour
1tablespoonButter
1teaspoonCelery salt
1teaspoonSalt
1dashOf white pepper
½cupCoarse cracker crumbs (optional)

Directions

Drain clams; reserve liquid. Add water to clam liquid to make 1 cup.

Fry bacon until crisp; add onion and cook until tender. Add potatoes and nectar-water. Cover and simmer gently until potatoes are tender; add corn and milk. Blend flour and butter and stir into chowder.

Cook slowly until mixture thickens slightly, stirring constantly. Add seasonings and clams; simmer five minutes. Serve hot and and top with cracker crumbs.