SOUTHERN ITALIAN CLAM CHOWDER

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I love clam chowder for two reasons! Born and raised in New England and we grew up on clam chowder, secondly, I come from a huge Italian family so we make Italiano on occasion! Recipe Source~ Country Italian Cooking

Provided by Angela Pietrantonio

Categories     Other Soups

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 slice bacon, diced
1 c chopped onion
1/2 c chopped peeled carrot
1/2 c chopped celery
2 can(s) (14.5 oz. each) diced tomatoes ( i use contadina)
1 can(s) (8 oz.) tomato sauce (i use contadina)
1 bottle (8 oz.) clam juice
1/2 tsp chopped fresh rosemary or 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary leaves, crushed
1/8 tsp ground black pepper
2 can(s) (6.5 oz. each) chopped clams, undrained (i use snow's)

Steps:

  • 1. Saute bacon in large saucepan until crisp. Add onion, carrots and celery; saute for 2 to 3 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
  • 2. Stir in undrained tomatoes, tomato sauce, clam juice, rosemary and pepper. Bring to a boil.
  • 3. Reduce heat to low; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes. Stir in clams and juice. Simmer for 5 minutes or until heated through. 2 points per serving

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