QUICK AND EASY CLAM CHOWDER

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Here's a quick chowder that's been in my family for over 30 years. I make a big pot to take to an annual party at work. It's always a hit. Served with crusty bread and a salad, it's the perfect meal for a chilly evening.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 bacon strips, diced
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of potato soup, undiluted
1-1/2 cups milk
3 cans (6-1/2 ounces each) minced clams, undrained
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels; drain, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings. , In the same skillet, saute onion in reserved drippings until tender. Stir in soup and milk. Add the clams, lemon juice, thyme, pepper and bacon; cook until heated through. Garnish with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 calories, Fat 20g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 856mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

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