Manhattan Clam Chowder

Name: Manhattan Clam Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 slices bacon (can sub with 2 more Tbsp extra virgin olive oil); 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 2 carrots, peeled and sliced; 2 celery stalks, chopped; 1 onion, chopped; 1 large garlic clove, minced; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/4 teaspoon celery seed; 2 bay leaves; 12 ounces of tomato juice, strained tomatoes or crushed tomatoes; 1 14-ounce can of clam broth or juice*; 2 10-ounce cans of baby clams, juice reserved*; 1 pound waxy potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch chunks; A dozen or so live small clams, such as littlenecks or Manila clams; Salt and black pepper to taste; Tabasco or other hot sauce

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:45min

Manhattan clam chowder is just right for lovers of tomatoes, potatoes, and bacon. Use canned and fresh clams in this classic Manhattan clam chowder recipe.

Updated at: Fri, 11 Apr 2025 16:09:44 GMT