Manhattan Clam Chowder

 Clam chowder is one of my favorite soups! I love the Manhattan clam chowder because it's lighter and so flavorful.

Manhattan Clam Chowder (Gluten free!)

8 slices bacon, cut into small pieces

1 white onion, diced

5 cloves garlic, chopped fine

1/2 cup diced carrot

1/2 cup bell pepper, diced

4 large red potatoes, diced

2-8oz cans diced tomatoes

2-8oz bottles of clam juice

3 cups water

1 tsp oregano

1/2 tsp thyme

1 tsp salt

1 tsp pepper

1/2 tsp crushed red pepper

4 cans chopped clams

1/2 cup white wine

Saute bacon until slightly crispy. Add onions, bell pepper, garlic, carrots until onions are translucent. Add clam juice and water. Bring to a simmer. Add remaining ingredients except for the clams and the wine. Simmer for 30 minutes. Add clams and white wine and simmer another 10 minutes.

Serve with warm french bread! Yummmmy!