Manhattan Clam Chowder Recipe

• 1 dozen clams, steam and then chop
• 1/2 pound bacon, cut in sm. pcs
• 1/2 pound Italian sausage, minced and liquid removed
• 1 onion, or possibly more to suit your taste
• 1 garlic, use as many kernels as you like
• Celery, minced center, leaves and center stalks, about 3 stalks
• Carrots, as many as you like, minced quartered
• 1 can whole tomatoes or possibly fresh or possibly 1 can stewed tomatoes
• 1 bag frzn soup vegetables
• Healthy pinch thyme
• Healthy pinch of pepper to taste

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