====== Clam chowder ======
===== Ingredients =====
  * 1/2 lb thick cut bacon
  * 6 small cans chopped clams
  * 4 bottles clam juice
  * 6--8 red potatoes, diced
  * 2 cups heavy cream or half and half
  * 3 tbsp cornstarch
  * 1 stalk fresh rosemary, chopped finely
  * 1 medium onion, diced
  * salt, pepper, garlic to taste

===== Instructions =====
  - In a large saucepan, boil potatoes until soft.
  - Cut bacon into 1/2 inch pieces, place in large stockpot, and fry until crispy. Remove bacon from pot and dry on a paper towel. Drain grease from pot, leaving enough to layer the bottom.
  - Cook onion in stockpot until soft. Add clams, clam juice, and spice into stock pot. Cook on medium-high heat until warm.
  - Pour heavy cream into lidded cup and add cornstarch. Shake well, then add to stockpot. Stir until liquid begins to thicken.
  - Add potatoes to stockpot and simmer about 10--20 minutes. Add bacon to chowder or use as a garnish when serving.

===== Sources =====
  * Dad, wherever he got it