Manhattan Clam Chowder, Italian Style

Name: Manhattan Clam Chowder, Italian Style
Ingredients: 8 pounds, clams, medium-sized hard-shell clams, such as cherrystones, washed and scrubbed clean; 2 ounces, pancetta, finely chopped; 1 , large Spanish onion, chopped small; 1 , small red bell pepper, stemmed, seeded, and chopped small; 1 , medium carrot, chopped small; 1 stalk, celery, chopped small; 6 medium, garlic cloves, minced; 1 teaspoon, dried oregano; 1 teaspoon, fennel seeds; 1/2 teaspoon, hot red pepper flakes; 1/2 cup, dry white wine; 1 (8-ounce) bottle, clam juice; 1 1/4 pounds, Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch dice; 1 , large bay leaf; 2 (14.5-ounce) cans, diced tomatoes; , Salt and ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons, fresh parsley leaves, chopped

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The best examples of this chowder feature a briny and clean broth where tomatoes and vegetables offer dimension and flavor, but do not overpower the oceanic taste.

SERVES 8

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