Ocracoke Style Clam Chowder

1 qt. clams, medium ground or chopped
3 slices salt pork
5 medium potatoes, cubed (new red potatoes are the best)
1 medium onion, chopped
Green onion tops
2 qts. water (check during cooking, add more if not soup consistency)


Fry out salt pork (use same pot as for chowder) until light brown. Add clams, onions and water. Cook slowly about 30 minutes. Add potatoes and green onion tops, cook slowly until potatoes are done.