Clam Chowder

4 cans minced clams
1 onion chopped
2 c chopped carrots
2 c chopped celery
6 small diced potatoes
2 cubes butter
1 1/2 c flour
4 c milk
4 c half & half
salt & pepper

Place cut veggies in a large pan.  Darin claim juice & pour over veggies.  Add a small amount of water to cover the veggies and simmer 15-20 minutes.  In a separate large pan melt butter then stir in flour.  Add milk & cream gradually while stirring.  Cook until thick then add the cooked undrained veggies and the clams.  Heat through.  Add salt and pepper to taste.