1 pkg. Ore Ida potatoes O'Brian (1 lb. 8 oz.)
3 cans chicken broth (Campbells undiluted or fresh, fresh is best)
3 tbsp. cornstarch (5 tbsp. for thicker)
1 qt. half and half
1 tsp. salt
2 c. cubed Velveeta cheese
6 tbsp. parsley
4 tbsp. salted butter
Bacon bits if desired
2 cans (10 oz.) baby whole clams (reserve broth)
1/2 tsp. sugar
1 tsp. thyme
1 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
1 c. chopped celery

Boil potatoes 10 minutes in chicken broth. Add cornstarch which should be thinned with a little half and half. Rinse clams and be sure they are free from grit. Reserve broth to add with all the rest of ingredients. Bring to a boil. (DO NOT BOIL) add bacon bits if desired.