Manhattan Clam Chowder | Just A Pinch Recipes

Ingredients

• 6 slice(s) bacon, coarsely chopped
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3 - celery ribs, minced
• 1 clove(s) garlic, minced
• 2 cup(s) water
• 1 quart(s) tomatoes, chopped
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 3 cup(s) potatoes, diced
• 1/2 teaspoon(s) kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon(s) freshly ground black pepper
• 1 1/2 teaspoon(s) thyme, dried
• 1 - bay leaf
• 3-6 1/2 ounce(s) cans clams, minced, undrained
• 2 tablespoon(s) cornstarch