Grandma's Knock Off Recipe for Bratten's Clam Chowder
I am not sure where my husband's grandma got this recipe, but it was around before the internet was. It is a great soup that everyone will enjoy.
1 cup finely chopped onions
1 cup finely chopped celery
2 cups finely diced potatoes
Enough water to cover vegetables
Juice from Two 61/2 oz. cans clams
3/4 cup butter (1 1/2 sticks)
3/4 cup flour
1 quart Half and Half
Put diced celery, onions, and potatoes into a small saucepan. Cover with clam juice. Add enough water to just cover the vegetables and bring to a boil on a medium heat. Turn down the heat to low and simmer the veggies until done. In a large heavy soup pot, melt the butter on a medium heat. Blend in the flour and stir until smooth. Add the half and half, a little at a time, while stirring constantly until smooth and thick. Use a whisk. It makes a difference. When the sauce is thickened, turn off the burner and add the clams, vegetables including fluid. Add salt and pepper to taste. Enjoy!
