Clam Chowder

This came out very good, was SO easy.  Not thick and creamy, but not thin as water either.

CLAM CHOWDER


2 Cups    Water

1 Large   Potato

1/4 Cup  Minced Onion

1/2 tsp    Salt

1/4 tsp    Freshly Ground Pepper

2             Cloves Minced Garlic

2    Tbsp Crumbled Bacon2    Cups Minced Clams, with Juices

1    Cup  Heavy Cream

2    Tbsp Butter

 


Combine first seven ingredients in a large sauce pan over medium-high heat: bring to a boil.  Cover and simmer 10 minutes or until potato is tender


Add clams, and return to boil, stirring occasionally.  Remove from heat and let stand for 20 minutes.


Stir in cream and butter,  Cook over low heat, stirring constantly until thoroughly heated.