Cape Cod Clam Chowder

Directions

1. 1
   Drain clams, reserving liquid.
2. 2
   Add enough water to reserved liquid to measure 2 cups; set aside.
3. 3
   In a large saucepan, fry salt pork or bacon until crisp; remove bits of pork or bacon and set aside.
4. 4
   Add reserved liquid, potatoes and onion to fat in saucepan.
5. 5
   Cook, covered, about 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
6. 6
   Stir in clams, 2 cups of the milk and the light cream. Stir remaining 1/2 cup milk into flour; stir into chowder.
7. 7
   Cook and stir until bubbly.
8. 8
   Cook 1 minute more.
9. 9
   Add Worcestershire, 3/4 teaspoon salt and dash of pepper.
10. 10
    Sprinkle pork or bacon atop.
11. 11
    Serves 6.