1 c. chopped onions
1 c. diced celery
2 c. diced potatoes

Add juice from 2 cans minced clams, then enough water to cover vegetables; simmer 20 minutes or until tender.

SAUCE:

1 qt. half and half
3/4 c. butter
1/2 tsp. salt
Dash of pepper

Melt butter to boiling, stir in 3/4 cup flour, salt, pepper. Add milk and stir until thick and smooth. Add cooked vegetables, 2 cans of clams. Season with sugar (about 2 teaspoons). Simmer