Ingredients
The following ingredients have 9 Servings
- 3 strips thick-cut bacon
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 large onion, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
- 1 rib celery, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 medium-size white potatoes, peeled and cut into ¼-inch cubes
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups bottled clam juice, divided
- 1 pound chopped fresh clam meat, with juices (see Note)
- Kosher salt to taste
- 3 cups light cream
- 1 teaspoon white pepper
