New England Clam Chowder – Fresh Seafood

Ingredients

• 2 cups diced potatoes
• 2 cups diced vegetables; carrots, celery, tomatoes, cabbage, fresh corn, onions (any combination)
• heavy cream or half and half, as needed
• 1 pint fresh chopped clams with juice or (3) small cans of chopped clams, drained
• salt if necessary and red or black pepper to taste
• optional: fresh chives, green onions, or parsley