Tomato, Basil, and Bacon Clam Chowder Recipe

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Ingredients

  • 4 thick slices streaky bacon, cut into pieces
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 celery ribs, finely chopped
  • 3 dozen littleneck clams, shucked and chopped, with liquor reserved
  • 2 cups water
  • ½ cup dry vermouth
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 medium red potato, peeled and diced
  • 4 medium ripe tomatoes, seeded and chopped
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil leaves
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Description

Champions Of Creamy New England Clam Chowder Who Declare Pompously That Tomatoes Have No Place In Any Clam Chowder Might Be More Than A Little Surprised By This Amazing Version Flavored With Bacon Grease And Basil And Garnished With Crisp, Crumbled Bacon.

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