My Secret Creamy Clam Chowder Recipe Seaside Serenity

Ingredients

• 4 slices bacon, diced (110g)
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced (approx. 150g / 1 cup)
• 2 stalks celery, diced (approx. 100g / 1/2 cup)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (30g)
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (30g)
• 4 cups chicken broth (950ml)
• 2 cups peeled and diced Yukon Gold potatoes (approx. 400g)
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 (6.5 ounce) cans chopped clams, undrained (approx. 370g total)
• 2 cups heavy cream (470ml)
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
• Oyster Crackers for serving