AMAZING CLAM BISQUE

This luscious bisque combines clams with potatoes, milk, and minced vegetables. For a richer version, use cream instead of milk.

Ingredients
10 oz. minced clams
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
3 tbsp. butter, divided
2 tbsp. flour
1 cup milk
Clam juice
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup mashed potatoes
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/4 tsp. salt
1 tsp. parsley
1 tsp. grated raw carrot

Methods/steps
Drain clams; save juice. Sauté celery in butter for 5 minutes over low heat. Melt 2 tbsp. butter in top of double boiler; add flour, stir well. Add milk slowly. Stir constantly to keep smooth. Add clam juice and chicken broth. Add potatoes and seasonings. Cook for 5 minutes. Add clams and celery. Cook 5 minutes. Add parsley and carrots. Stir and serve.
Additional Tips
Ready in 30 min