New England Clam Chowder

  • ¼ Pound salt pork, cubed

  • 2 Medium onions, diced

  • 2 Cans minced clams (Gordon)

  • 2 Tablespoons flour

  • 3 Cups diced potatoes

  • 1 Teaspoon salt

  • 1 Stalk minced celery

  • ¼ Teaspoon pepper

  • 2 Cups milk or cream

  • 1 Teaspoon butter


In a 3 quart sauce pan over medium heat, cook salt pork, till light brown.

Add onions, cook 5 minutes.

Add water to clam juice to make 2 cups of liquid.

Stir flour into onion mixture, till mixed.

Add clam/water.

Cook till thick.

Stir in potatoes, celery, salt, and pepper.

Cover and cook 10 minutes.

Add clams, milk, and butter.

Cook till milk is heated.

Serve