Makes: 9 servings

Try this hearty chowder full of carrots, tomatoes, potatoes, and clams that can be easily made in a slow cooker.

Ingredients

• 3 celery (stalks, medium - washed & sliced)
• 1 onion (large, chopped)
• 1/2 cup tomato puree (low sodium)
• 1 1/2 cups potatoes (sliced)
• 1 1/2 cups carrot (washed and sliced)
• 2 cans clams (6 1/2 ounces each, chopped, drained)
• 1 1/2 teaspoons thyme (dried)
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 dashes black peppercorns
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 2 cups tomato juice (low sodium )
• 1 tablespoon parsley flakes (dried)

Directions

1. Scrub potatoes well to remove any eyes or blemishes.
2. In a slow cooker, combine all ingredients; stir.
3. Cover and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours or until the vegetables are tender.
4. Remove bay leaf and peppercorns before serving.

Source: Eat Smart New York!, Cornell University Cooperative Extension