Lower-Fat New England-Style Clam Chowder

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup fat-free half-and-half
• 1 (12 ounce) can low-fat evaporated milk
• 2 (12 ounce) cans canned clams, with juice
• 1 (8 3/4 ounce) can corn
• 1 potato, cubed
• 1 small onion, sliced
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon parsley
• 1 cup mushroom (optional)
• 1 dash Old Bay Seasoning (optional-I'm from Maryland, so I love Old Bay!)

Directions

1. 1

   Saute onions, and mushrooms, if desired, in butter on medium heat in a medium stockpot.

2. 2

   Add half and half, evaporated milk and cornstarch and reduce heat to med-low.

3. 3

   Stir until slightly thickened, adding more cornstarch as needed.

4. 4

   Add clams, with juice, potato, corn, and stir. Reduce heat to low. Cover and allow to simmer for 30 minutes or more, stirring occasionally. Top with parsley and Old Bay. Makes a hearty meal if served with biscuits.