Bratten's Clam Chowder

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This is by far the best clam chowder recipe ever. my mom used to make this and there was never any left for the next day. i use minced clams because i don't like the whole ones, but whole clams can be substituted easily.

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Steps

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In large 4 quart pan brown bacon , onion and celery until onion and celery are transparent.

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Add clam juice from both cans clams and diced potatoes to bacon mixture.

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Pour enough water to cover potatoes and boil until potatoes are tender.

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In a separate large sauce pan melt 2 cubes butter on low heat.

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When butter is melted , slowly add 3 / 4 cup flour stirring constantly.

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Add 1 quart half and half stir with wire whisk until thick and smooth.

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Pour over undrained vegetable mixture add vinegar and heat through.

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Season with salt , pepper , garlic powder , onion powder to taste.

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Ingredients

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flour, bacon, potatoes, onion, celery, half-and-half, clams, red wine vinegar, butter, salt, pepper, garlic