Big Bubba's Crock Pot Clam Chowder

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This recipe comes from the 'dr. Fishbone recipe book' and is a collection of favorites from the carolina's. I am placing it here for safe-keeping, it looks simple enough to be a tasty, easy soup to prepare.

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Steps

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In a skillet , saute the meat and onion until brown , drain and put in a slow cooker with the clams and juice.

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Add celery , water , salt and pepper.

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Cover and cook for 3 hours on high or until vegetables are tender.

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During the last hour of cooking add the half and half and cornstarch that you have blended together.

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Be sure to heat through before serving.

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Garnish with the parsley and serve with crusty french bread of crackers.

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Ingredients

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minced clams, salt pork, onion, celery, water, salt, pepper, half-and-half, cornstarch, fresh parsley