New England Clam Chowder - cooking recipe

Ingredients

4 slices bacon, chopped
3 c. diced potatoes
1 medium onion, minced
2 (6 1/2 oz.) cans minced clams (undrained)
3 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
2 c. milk, divided
3/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
2/3 c. half and half

Preparation

Place bacon in a deep 3-quart casserole.
Cover and microwave at High for 3 minutes.
Drain off drippings, reserving 2 tablespoons in casserole.
Add potatoes and onion.
Drain clams, reserving liquid.
Set clams aside.
Stir clam liquid into potato mixture.
Microwave at High for 7 to 9 minutes or until potatoes are tender, stirring after 4 minutes.