Review of last recipe - It's kinda sad that I need a recipe for roasted potatoes... but I do since I tend to make alot of mashed, though I feel these are so superior (I think the husband probably isn't as much a fan of roasted as I; his mistake).  These were really delicious so I'll keep it in the file in the hopes that I stumble across it again (or remember how good they were).

TODAY'S RECIPE - CLAM SOUP
Kind of a clam chowder without any potatoes...may be a problem as I feel I have one of the best clam chowders going.  I take Boston Chowdah Company clam chowder, add another can of clams with their juice, some half and half, a pat of butter, more salt and pepper.  This extends the store bought (which is a great product on its own) so that I can serve more with a more hearty portion of clams.  Sometimes I add white fish instead to make a fish/clam chowder.  It's so easy with the starter soup ...

Serves 4

3 cups milk
2 cups minced clams
3 tbsp butter
1/2 cup heavy cream
salt and freshly ground pepper
chopped parsley for garnish

In heavy medium saucepan, heat milk to boiling, being careful so it doesn't burn.  Add clams, butter, cream salt and pepper.  Heat until butter melts and clams are just hot.  Serve in warm bowls and sprinkle with parsley.

Nutritional information per serving:  379 calories, 20 gram protein, 12 gram CHO, 28 gram fat, 143 mg cholesterol