Microwave New England Clam Chowder - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. cubed potatoes
3/4 c. thinly sliced celery
1 medium onion, chopped
2 (6 1/2 oz. each) cans minced clams (reserve liquid)
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. dried parsley flakes
1/4 tsp. dried thyme leaves
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 medium carrot, grated
2 c. milk, divided
1/4 c. all-purpose flour
3 Tbsp. butter or margarine

Preparation

In a 2-quart casserole, combine potatoes, celery, onion, reserved clam liquid, salt, parsley, thyme and pepper.
Mix well. Cover.