Emeril's Clam Chowder | Emerils.com

Ingredients

• 1/2 pound bacon, medium dice
• 1 cup chopped leeks (about 1 pound)
• 1 cup chopped yellow onions
• 1/2 cup chopped celery
• 1 carrot, peeled and diced
• 3 bay leaves
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
• 1/2 cup flour
• 1 pound white potatoes, peeled and medium diced
• 4 cups clam juice
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 2 pounds little neck clams, about 24 pieces
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
• Salt and pepper