Manhattan (red) Clam Chowder – Fresh Seafood

Ingredients

• 12 large shucked clams and clam juice (see note)
• 2 cups canned tomatoes or about 6 medium fresh tomatoes
• 3 or diced white potatoes
• 1 carrot
• 2 sticks celery
• 1/2 small onion (optional)
• 2 slices bacon (optional)
• black pepper to taste