Leeky Clam Chowder - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 bunch leeks
1/4 lb. bacon
8 potatoes, diced
2 Tbsp. parsley
12 oz. chopped clams in juice
1 pt. water
1/4 c. flour
about 3 to 4 c. milk or half and half (for rich chowder)

Preparation

Brown bacon in large stock pot.
Wash leeks well.
Chop lower part of leeks and add to bacon.
Saute about 5 to 10 minutes.
Add clam, juice and parsley.
Add about 1 pint hot water and heat to boiling.
Add diced potatoes and simmer until tender.