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Microwave Clam Chowder
 
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Prep Time: 30 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Ready In: 30 Minutes
Servings: 4
From Turlock, California, Mary Jane Cantrell contends, This tastes as good as chowder served at restaurants on Fisherman's Wharf in San Francisco.
Ingredients:
4 bacon strips, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 cans (6-1/2 ounces each) chopped clams
1-1/2 cups diced peeled uncooked potatoes (about 2 medium)
1/3 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups milk, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
pinch pepper
1 teaspoon butter
minced fresh parsley
Directions:
1. In covered 2-qt. microwave-safe dish, cook bacon on high for 2-3 minutes or until crisp. Remove with slotted spoon to drain; set aside. Drain clam juice into the drippings. Stir in potatoes and onion. Cover and cook on high for 5-7 minutes or until potatoes are tender, stirring once or twice. Stir flour into 1/4 cup of milk; add to potato mixture. Stir in salt, pepper and remaining milk. Cover and cook on medium for 3-1/2 minutes, stirring once or twice. Let stand for 3-5 minutes. Stir in clams and butter. Garnish with bacon and parsley. Yield: 4 servings (1 quart).
By RecipeOfHealth.com