Recipe renovation: New England clam chowder

This renovated New England clam chowder recipe—it boasts half of the usual calories—is so flavorful and silky that you will never miss all of the usual heavy cream. Our version utilizes fat-free skim milk and canned clam juice, plus a touch of flour to help thicken the chowder and bring all the other ingredients together. It also features turkey bacon, onion, potatoes, canned clams, and fresh thyme and parsley for brightness and color. You'll be pleasantly surprised how easy it is to make a chowder in just 45 minutes, and there's only one pan required, with no fancy equipment needed.