Manhattan Clam Chowder
["4 cans minced clams with liquid", "1 lb. fresh carrots, chopped", "1 lb. fresh celery, chopped", "1 Bermuda onion, chopped", "1 large can tomato puree", "4 tsp. oil (preferably olive)", "salt, pepper and thyme", "8 large potatoes, diced"]
["Place first 6 ingredients and seasonings in a large pot.", "Add water until pot is 2/3 full. Over medium heat, cook until celery and carrots are almost soft, about 20 minutes.", "Add potatoes* and continue cooking about 15 to 20 minutes."]
["liquid", "fresh carrots", "fresh celery", "Bermuda onion", "tomato puree", "oil", "salt", "potatoes"]