Clam Chowder

Original recipe from family.

Ingredients:

• 1 c chopped onion
• 1 c choppped celery
• 2 c diced potatoes
• 1 1/2 t salt
• water to cover
• 3/4 c flour
• 1/4 c butter
• 1 qt (4 c) milk
• 1 7-oz can of clams
• 2 T red wine vinegar
• pepper to taste

Directions:

1. In a medium pot over high heat, combine vegetables, salt, and just enough water to cover.  Bring to a boil, turn to medium and simmer until soft.  
2. Meanwhile in a separate large pot, melt butter and blend flour.  Whisk milk into flour 1 cup at a time.  Add clams, vinegar, and strained vegetables, adding optional vegetable broth to desired consistency.  Heat through and season with salt and pepper.