Manila Clam Chowder | Fanny Bay Oysters, British Columbia | Fanny Bay Oysters, British Columbia

Ingredients

• 2 pounds fresh manila clams
• 1/4 pound thick bacon slices, finely diced
• 1 small onion, peeled, finely diced
• 1 small leek, tops removed, halved, rinsed, and thinly sliced
• 1 celery stalk, finely dice
• 1 medium carrot, peeled, small dice
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup white wine
• 2 thyme sprigs
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 cup yukon gold potatoes peeled and cube cut
• 32oz clam or fish stock
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1½ tablespoons flour (can substitute corn flour)
• 1/2 cup whole milk
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• Chopped chives for garnish
• Smoked paprika oil for garnish and if you like it a little spicy!