Clam Chowder
INGREDIENTS
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3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
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1 cup diced onion
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1 cup diced celery
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour
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1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
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1 bay leaf
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4 cups clam juice (see Tip) or seafood stock
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1 cup whole milk
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3 cups diced white potatoes
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1 16-ounce container chopped fresh clams (plus their liquid), thawed if frozen
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Chopped cooked bacon for garnish
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Snipped chives for garnish
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