Microwave Clam Chowder - cooking recipe

Ingredients

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

Preparation

Place bacon in 3-quart casserole.
Cover and microwave on High 3 minutes. Drain all but 2 tablespoons fat. Add potatoes, onion, celery and reserved clam liquid. Cover and microwave on High 7 to 9 minutes or until potatoes are tender, stirring once.
Combine flour and 1/4 cup milk. Add flour mixture, remaining milk, salt and pepper to casserole.
Do not cover.
Microwave on High 2 to 4 minutes or until heated through.