Manhattan Clam Chowder - Food Fam Recipes

Ingredients

• 6 slices bacon (chopped)
• 1/2 cup onion (diced)
• 2 carrots (peeled, quartered and sliced)
• 1/2 cup celery (sliced)
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 1/4 cup tomato paste
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 pound Russet potatoes (peeled and diced into 1/2 inch cubes)
• 2 8 ounce bottles clam juice
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 28 ounces can diced tomatoes (do not drain)
• 10 ounces can whole baby clams (drained)
• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
• oyster crackers and cooked bacon for serving (optional)