"Homemade clam chowder is easy and a real treat. It's creamy, but light and so satisfying. This New England style clam chowder is loaded with tender clams, silky potatoes and crunchy bacon...."
INGREDIENTS
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6 slices bacon, cut into 1/2" strips
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2 medium carrots, sliced into thin rings or half rings
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2 celery ribs, finely diced
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1 small onion, finely diced
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4 Tbsp all-purpose flour
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2 cups chicken broth or stock
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1 cup chopped clams with their juice (from 2 small cans)
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1 bay leaf
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1 1/2 tsp worchestershire sauce
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1/2 tsp Tabasco sauce
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1/2 tsp dried thyme
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1 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, or to taste
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1 1/2 lbs (6 medium) potatoes (yukon gold or russet), peeled
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2 cups milk (any kind)
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1 cup whipping cream or heavy whipping cream