[shel]

I didn't use hickory smoked bacon, but, rather, some applewood bacon trimmed of most of the fat - so two, closely trimmed slices of bacon were used. Nor did I use the clams as described in the recipe. The fish guy gave me a bunch of fresh clams which ended up being a lot more clams, and better tasting clams, than canned. Frozen clams might be good as well. I used what may well have turned out to be more potatoes - Yukon Gold - and added a bit of cayenne pepper.

It turned out pretty well - certainly enjoyable - but not the ultimate clam chowder. There are a dozen or so more that I nay try either as is or with some adjustments. I do like some bacon in the chowder.

Your recipe looks good, and it's been saved to try later.

shel