Manhattan Clam Chowder

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

• 3 celery ribs, sliced
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can sliced potatoes, drained
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can sliced carrots, drained
• 2 (6.5 ounce) cans chopped clams
• 2 cups tomato juice
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 1/2 cup tomato puree
• 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
• 1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt (optional)
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 whole black peppercorns