Clam Chowder - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 lb. bacon
3 (6.5 oz.) cans minced or chopped clams
10 to 12 diced potatoes
1 large chopped onion
1 pt. to 1 qt. half and half
butter
salt
pepper

Preparation

In thick-bottomed pan, fry cut-up bacon and pour off grease. Add clams, potatoes and onion.
Cook until potatoes are soft.
Add half and half and cook until thick over medium to medium-high heat.
Stir frequently.
Season to taste with butter, salt and pepper.