Crab Chowder

Directions

1. 1
   Chop bacon and in a 2-quart heavy saucepan cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp.
2. 2
   Transfer bacon with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain, reserving fat in pan.
3. 3
   While bacon is cooking, cut onion into 1/4-inch dice.
4. 4
   Peel potatoes and cut into 1/4-inch dice.
5. 5
   Stir onion, potatoes, and water into bacon fat and simmer, covered, until potatoes are tender and most of water is evaporated, about 15 minutes.
6. 6
   While mixture is simmering, pick over crab meat, removing any bits of shell and cartilage.
7. 7
   Stir milk and cayenne into mixture and return just to a simmer.
8. 8
   Add crab and salt and pepper to taste and bring chowder to a simmer.
9. 9
   Serve chowder garnished with parsley and bacon.