Chowdah

This is a simple and delicous clam chowder. Not quite as heavy as some but just as good.

In a saucepan saute the salt pork and onions until onions are slightly translucent , and salt pork is cooked.

Add the rest of the veggies , and clams with juice , and clam juice.

You may need more clam juice , just enough to cover veggies.

Bring to a boil.

In the meantime , in another saucepan , melt the butter with the flour and stir together.

In a small cup , stir the cornstarch together with 3 tbsp of cold water.

Add the half and half to the butter mixture , then add the cornstarch mixture , stir in the milk.

Bring to a simmer to thicken stirring well.

When veggies and potatoes are done , add to the white sauce mixture , and heat through.

Serve with oyster crackers and enjoy !.

red potatoes, celery, yellow onions, clams, salt pork, clam juice, half-and-half, milk, butter, flour, cornstarch