Smoked New England Clam Chowder | Traeger Grills

Ingredients

• 4 (6 1/2 oz) cans clams, chopped
• 2 Cups heavy whipping cream
• 3 Tablespoons unsalted butter
• 6 Pieces sliced bacon, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch pieces
• 1 Large yellow onion, diced
• 2 Stalks celery, diced
• As Needed kosher salt
• As Needed Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 Pound russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-1/2 inch chunks
• 1/3 Cup all-purpose flour
• 2 Cups Bottled Clam Juice
• 2 Whole bay leaves
• 1 Tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, chopped
• 2 Tablespoons finely chopped parsley
• Oyster crackers, as needed, for serving
• Hot sauce, as needed, for serving