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                          Microwave Clam Chowder

Recipe By     : Taste of Home
Serving Size  : 4    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Mw                               Soups

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   4      sl            Bacon -- diced 1/2"
  13      oz            Clams (2 cans) -- chopped
   1 1/2  c             Raw potatoes -- peeled, diced
     1/3  c             Onion -- chopped
   2      tb            All-purpose flour
   1 1/2  c             Milk -- divided
     1/2  ts            Salt
   1      pn            Pepper
   1      ts            Butter
                        Fresh parsley -- minced

In a covered 2 qt microwave-safe dish, cook bacon on high for 4 to
5 minutes or until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon to drain; set
aside. Drain clam juice into the drippings. Stir in potatoes and
onion. Cover and cook on high for 8 to 10 minutes or until potatoes
are tender, stirring once or twice. Stir flour into 1/4 cup of milk;
add to potato mixture. Stir in salt, pepper, and remaining milk.
Cover and cook on medium for 6 minutes, stirring once or twice. Let
stand for 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in clams and butter. Garnish with
bacon and parsley.


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