Clam Chowder - cooking recipe

Ingredients

4 slices bacon, cut into 1/8's
3 c. potatoes, cut in 1/4-inch cubes
1 medium onion, chopped
2 (6 1/2 oz.) cans clams, drained, reserving liquid
1/4 c. flour
2 c. milk, divided
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
2/3 c. light cream or milk

Preparation

Put bacon in 3-quart casserole.
Cover and microwave at High for 3 minutes.
Drain all but 2 tablespoons fat.
Add potatoes and onion.
Pour in clam liquid.
Cover and microwave at High for 8 minutes (stirring once).
Combine flour and 1/4 cup milk.
Add flour mixture, remaining milk, salt and pepper.
Do not cover. Microwave at High for 9 minutes (stirring every 3 minutes) until thick.
Stir in clams and light cream (or milk).
Microwave at High 2 to 4 minutes.
Serves 4.