Grandma Olive’s Clam Chowder

2 t. salt
1 cup diced onion
1 cup diced celery
4 cups diced potatoes
2 cups diced carrots
2 cans of clams
Barely cover w/ water. Add juice from clams. Cook 20 mins or until barely tender.
In a large pan combine
¾ cup margarine
¾ cup flour
1 qt half and half
salt and pepper to taste
Melt margarine, stir in flour, add half and half. Stir until thickened. Add vegetable and clams. Heat through.
Grandma Olive Moss