"<RJ>" > wrote in message
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> On Sun, 17 Dec 2006 14:29:26 -0500, "kilikini"
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> wrote:
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> >No bacon?
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> >kili
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> I've always wondered about the "mandatory"
> bacon or ham-hocks in clam chowdah.
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> Why would you want to hide the clam flavor ?
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>
> <rj>

I just think bacon and clams go together. I've tried salt pork, I've tried
ham hocks, and I've tried bacon in the chowder, but I prefer bacon. Plus,
the added grease helps cook down the celery, onions and such. In my
opinion, I don't find that the bacon hides the clam flavor, but enhances it.
I like bacon in my steamed fresh green beans, too. Call me crazy. :~)

kili
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