Clam chowder 3

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2cupsClams-large(about 8 clams)
2Potatoes-diced; large
2Med onions-sliced
2Bell peppers; chopped
2Celery stalks-chopped fine
1tablespoonPaprika
2tablespoonsButter
2tablespoonsFlour
1tablespoonAccent
1quartClam stock
2tablespoonsClam base
1cupTomatoes-whole; chopped and

Directions

Steam clams in 1 qt. water in large kettle. Re- serve liquid to use as clam stock. Dice the clams. Cook the potatoes separately in 2 cups of boiling water for 5-10 min. Drain. In a large pot,saute the onion, peppers, celery, & paprika in butter until the vegetables are ten- der, about 6 min. Add flour and Accent,stirring well so that mixture does not brown. Add clam stock, clam base, potatoes, & clams. Allow to simmer for 15 min. Add tomatoes & simmer for 5-10 min., covered.

Serve. This recipe may be kept for a week. The clam base may be purchased at any fish market.