Manhattan Island Clam Chowder Recipe

• 1/2 c. Pork fatback , diced
• 1 x Onion , chopped
• 24 x Littleneck clams , well scrubbed
• 6 x Fresh tomatoes , peeled seeded , and minced with their juice
• 1 c. Dry white wine
• 1 tsp Dry thyme
• 1/4 c. Fresh parsley , chopped
• 1/4 tsp Freshly grnd black pepper
• 1 c. Cracker crumbs , from Pilot bisquits , and toast or possibly crackers
• 1 tsp Butter

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