Classic Manhattan Clam Chowder

Classic Manhattan Clam Chowder

Classic Manhattan Clam Chowder
Ingredients
  • 1 pint clams
  • 1/4 cup chopped bacon
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped green peppers
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 1 cup clam liquor see recipe
  • 1 cup diced potatoes
  • 1/4 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Dash of cayenne pepper
  • 2 cups tomato juice
Instructions
  1. Drain clams and reserve the liquor. Add in enough water to make a cup. Chop the clams.
  2. Fry the bacon in a small saucepot until browned. Add in the onion, green pepper, celery; cook until tender.
  3. Add in the clam liquor, potatoes, seasonings, and the clams. Cook for about 15 minutes until the potatoes are fork tender. Add in the tomato juice, and heat until the soup is hot.
  4. Serve.