Clam Chowder

My friend Shannon, found this recipe on the Internet when she was looking for a good clam chowder recipe. My kids beg me to make this! It's a soup the whole family really enjoys. -Sarah

4 slices bacon, chopped
1 # potatoes, peeled and cubed
1/4 cup sliced carrots
1/4 cup sliced celery
1/4 cup chopped onion
12 oz. evaporated milk
1/4 cup flour
2, 6 oz. cans chopped clams
1 cup milk
1/2 cup water
1/2 t. salt
1/2 t. Worcestershire sauce
1/4 t. pepper

• Cook bacon until crisp, remove bacon. Add veggies to fat, cook and stir until potatoes are tender.
• Combine evaporated milk and flour until blended. Add to vegetables. Stir in clams (including juice) and remaining ingredients (including bacon).
• Reduce heat to med.-low. Cook, stirring frequently until thickened.