Bratten's Clam Chowder

Drain juice into a pot:
6 1/2 oz can minced clams

And add:
1/2 c onions, diced
1/2 c celery, diced
1 c potatoes, diced

Add enough water to barely cover vegetables.
Simmer until vegetables are barely tender.

In a separate pan, make a very thick white sauce of:
1/3 c butter, melted
1/3 c flour
3/4 t salt
2 c half and half (or 12 oz canned milk)
Combine with vegetables, and add 1-2 T apple cider vinegar.