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Maine Clam Chowder Recipe

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Ingredients

Directions

Step #1 Fry the sliced salt pork--"porkies" (or bacon) in a pan till done; drain & set aside.
Step #2 Heat the clam juice In a large-ish saucepan on medium heat.
Step #3 In separate pan put the butter & onions & saute till translucent.
Step #4 Add the flour & whisk continuously for 5 mins.
Step #5 Add to the clam juice slowly whisking all the while so there will be no lumps.
Step #6 Add the clams amd stir; add potato chunks, salt, milk, cream, & pepper.
Step #7 Decrease heat & let simmer for about 20 mins stirring frequently to avoid buring.
Step #8 When you serve, put the "porkies" (fried salt pork) or bacon on the table to put in the individual bowls.
Step #9 Make this a day ahead for flavor.
Step #10 NOTE: If fresh clams are not available, substitute a 6 oz can of clams including the juice.
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