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Creamy Clam Chowder with Thickened Milk and Cream Base

Name: Creamy Clam Chowder with Thickened Milk and Cream Base
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 oz bacon, diced; 1 onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 4 cups potatoes, cubed; 1 can (12 oz) clams in juice; 4 cups milk; 1 cup heavy cream; 2 tbsp all-purpose flour; Salt and pepper to taste

A creamy, hearty soup made with clams, potatoes, onions, and bacon, thickened with milk and cream.

40 minutes4 servings

Method

Cook bacon in a large pot until crisp, then add onions and garlic; sauté until softened.
Add potatoes and cook for 5 minutes, then add clams and their juice.
Stir in milk, cream, and flour; bring to a simmer and cook until thickened.
Season with salt and pepper, and serve hot.

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