Directions
- 1
Sauté celery, onion and garlic until tender.
- 2
Stir in potatoes, water, clam juice, bouillon, pepper and thyme.
- 3
Bring to a boil.
- 4
Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- 5
Combine 1 cup half-and-half with flour.
- 6
Add to mix and bring to a boil and cook until thick.
- 7
Add clams and remaining half-and-half.
- 8
Heat through but do not boil.
- 9
Crumble bacon on top and serve.
Published October 14, 2026 · straight from the family recipe box, exactly as the family wrote it.
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