Spicy Manhattan Clam Chowder

Posted in response to a request. I have never tried this only because I like New England style clam chowder better than Manhattan style.

• Ready In: 1 hr
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 (8 1/2ounce) can minced clams
• 3  slices bacon, cut up
• 1⁄2 cup  finely chopped celery
• 1  cup  chopped onion
• 1 (16 ounce) can tomatoes, cut up, save juice
• 2  medium potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1⁄2 cup  finely chopped carrot
• 2  jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped
• 1⁄2 teaspoon  crushed dried thyme

Directions

1. Drain clams-reserve liquid. Add water to clam liquid to make 3 cups.
2. Partially cook bacon, stir in celery and onion and cook till tender Stir in tomatoes and juice, clam juice, potatoes, carrots, thyme, 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp white (or black) pepper.
3. Bring to boil, reduce heat and simmer 30 min (till veggies are tender). Mash slightly to thicken.
4. Stir in clams and heat through.