New England Clam Chowder

Ingredients
3 slices bacon
1/3 onion, chopped
3 potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 cup heavy cream
2 cans minced clams
1 cup bottled clam juice
salt and pepper to taste
1tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Directions
1. In a large saucepan over medium heat, fry the bacon until crisp. Reserve the bacon fat in the pan; set aside.
2. In the same saucepan, saute the onion and potatoes for 5 minutes with the bacon fat. Coat with the flour.
3. Pour in the clam juice, bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; simmer until potatoes are tender.
4. Add the heavy cream and minced clams; season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Garnish with crumbled bacon and parsley. Serve with crackers.