Manhattan Clam Chowder

Ingredients

Serves 8 to 10

  • 3 cups water
  • 2 dozen cherrystone or littleneck clams, scrubbed (2 cups clam meat)
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 ounces pancetta, sliced 1/2 inch thick and cut into 1/4-inch dice
  • 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
  • 2 large garlic cloves, minced (1 tablespoon)
  • 1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons Marsala wine (optional)
  • 1 can (28 ounces) whole plum tomatoes, strained, juices reserved, tomatoes finely chopped
  • 1 potato, preferably Yukon Gold, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
  • Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Description

This Cosmopolitan Take On That Other Classic Is Dressed Up With Hearty Pancetta, Musky Fresh Oregano, And An Innovative Marsala-spiked Broth, Adding Elegance To Any Meal.

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