Marilyn’s Cheesy Clam Chowder

Description

A little different twist on an old favorite…cheese makes the difference! Substitute half and half cream for a richer chowder.

Ingredients

• 6 slices bacon
• ½ cup diced carrots
• ½ cup chopped celery
• ½ cup finely diced onion
• ¼ cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 3 (8 ounce) cans clams
• 2 (8 ounce) jars clam juice
• 4 cups milk
• 1 cup cubed potatoes
• 1 (8 ounce) package white Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Prep Time: 20 mins

Cook Time: 1 hr

Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins

Servings: 6