Bill'S Clam Chowder
["2 to 3 stalks celery, diced", "6 to 8 potatoes, cubed", "1 onion, diced", "1 to 2 carrots, shredded", "2 qt. boiling water", "2 doz. fresh clams with juice or 3 (6 1/2 oz.) cans", "1 pt. milk", "1 Tbsp. butter", "parsley to taste", "salt and pepper to taste"]
["Boil vegetables in water about 1/2 hour or until soft.", "Add clams and juice.", "Cook fresh clams 8 to 10 minutes.", "Add milk, butter and spices to taste."]
["stalks celery", "potatoes", "onion", "carrots", "boiling water", "fresh clams with juice", "milk", "butter", "parsley", "salt"]