Yummy W 's Clam Chowder

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I know there are a lot of clam chowder recipes posted, but found this one in a william sonoma magazine and it looks so good with the addition of pancetta. haven't made it yet, but plan to soon and want it here for safe keeping.

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Steps

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Shuck clams , reserve juices , add water to total 5 cups.

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Coarsely chop clam meat.

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In large pot over medium heat , saut pancetta.

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Pour off all but 1 tbs fat.

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Melt butter.

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Add onion , celery , garlic and thyme.

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Cook for 3-5 minutes.

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Add flour , cook 1 minute more.

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Add potatoes , bay leaves and clam juice-water mixture and bring to boil.

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Reduce heat , simmer until potatoes are tender , about 15 minutes.

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Stir in cream , worcestershire , salt , black pepper and cayenne.

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Using fork , lightly mash potatoes against side of pot.

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Add clams , cook 2 minutes.

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Ladle into bowls , garnish with chives and serve.

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Ingredients

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littleneck clams, pancetta, unsalted butter, yellow onion, celery ribs, garlic cloves, fresh thyme, all-purpose flour, potatoes, bay leaves, heavy cream, worcestershire sauce, salt and black pepper, cayenne pepper, fresh chives