Manhattan Clam Chowder Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 2/3 cup chopped celery
• 2 teaspoons minced green pepper
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 2 cups hot water
• 1 cup cubed peeled potatoes
• 1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 2 cans (6-1/2 ounces each) minced clams, undrained
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• Dash cayenne pepper
• 2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley