Chowder with Crispy Clam Strips | SeaPak

Ingredients

• 1 12oz package SeaPak Clam Strips
• 4 slices bacon, chopped and cooked crisp, renderings reserved
• 1 (20 oz) package precooked diced potatoes with onions (we used Simply Potatoes brand)
• 1 tsp dried thyme or 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, plus more for garnish
• 1⁄4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 quart half and half
• Salt and pepper