Clam Chowder

1 can New England Clam Chowder
1 can cream of potato soup
1 can cream of celery soup
1 stick margarine
1 carton (pint) half and half
1 can milk
1 can minced, drained, rinsed clams


Put all except clams in crock pot. Add clams just before serving. Simmer until mixture thickens (approximately 4 hours on low). For vegetable chowder: use 1/2 package of 16 oz. mixed frozen, broccoli, cauliflower and carrots plus 1 small onion. Cut up any large pieces and mince onion. Microwave 6 minutes in 1/2 cup water. Drain and add to chowder.