Judy's Clam Chowder Recipe

Directions:

1. Soup Base:.
2. Melt butter in large pot over med heat. Be careful not to brown the butter.
3. Whisk in 2/3 cup flour until well mixed. Let cook for 1 minute.
4. Whisk in the milk and chicken broth.
5. Cook over low heat to thicken, stirring frequently.
6. Clam Base:.
7. Cook Bacon in a large frying pan(I like to pre-chop the bacon and fry it that way).
8. Add onion and saute until transparent.
9. Add potatoes, sprinkle with the 2 tbsp flour and let cook for 3-4 minutes.
10. Add the reserved clam juice plus water to make 2 cups liquid. Mix well, cover and let simmer until potatoes are cooked through (20-25 minutes.).
11. When done, add clams and then add to the soup base. Warm on low heat.