My Very Best Clam Chowder

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My husband and i worked on this recipe for years before it came to this and it is wonderful. He doesn't like me to share it with anyone, but i know you won't tell!!

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Steps

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Saute onions in a little oil until soft.

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Add the potatoes to the onions and continue to saute a few minutes more and set mixture aside.

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In a med-large size pot melt the butter over medium heat add the flour and mix well- but be sure not to burn.

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Add bottled clam juice and the juice from the canned clams.

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Add the wine and clam base and mix well.

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Add the potato and onion mixture and bring to a boil.

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Lower heat and bring it to a soft consistent boil.

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Boil for 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are soft checking them frequently as to not over cook.

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Add heavy whipping cream and clams and reheat.

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Add salt& pepper to taste.

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Ingredients

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flour, butter, yellow onion, russet potato, minced clams, bottled clam juice, heavy whipping cream, white wine, clam base, salt & pepper, bread, parsley