posted by jgarcia 01-30-103 7:58 AM 
Clam Chowder 
1 c. onion, finely chopped 1 c. celery, finely diced 
2 c. potatoes, finely chopped 
2 cans (6 1/2 oz. each) minced clams 
3/4 c. butter 
3/4 c. flour 
1 qt. light cream (half-and-half) 
1 1/2 tsp. salt 
Dash pepper 
1 Tbsp. red wine vinegar 
Drain clams. Place vegetables in pan; pour clams over. Add water to barely cover. Cover and simmer until tender. 
Meanwhile, met butter, add flour and blend; cook, stirring constantly. Add cream and cook until smooth and thick. Add vegetables with liquid and heat through. Season to taste.