Cape Cod Clam Chowder

Directions

1. 1
   Cook bacon in 3 or 4-quart pot until crisp.
2. 2
   Remove and drain bacon.
3. 3
   Pour off all but 2 tablespoons grease.
4. 4
   Add onion and saute until translucent.
5. 5
   Add potatoes, water, clams, salt, pepper and shake in flour.
6. 6
   Stir.
7. 7
   Cover pot and simmer 12 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
8. 8
   Add milk, crumble in bacon and heat, stirring occasionally until hot, without boiling.
9. 9
   Yields:
10. 10
    2 quarts.