**I have memories of coming home from soccer practice on Halloween to a hot clam chowder dinner. Of course back then I wasn't as fond of it as I am now.. :) This meal is also great when served in a hollowed out sourdough bread bowl... like they do in Monterey..

1 cup chopped onions
2 cups chopped potatoes
1 cup chopped celery
2 cans of clams
3/4 cup butter
3/4 cup flour
1 qt half-and-half
1-1/2 tsp salt
1 dash pepper
2 tsp red wine

Combine all ingredients in a pot and cook on medium heat, stirring frequently. Simmer for about 20 minutes.