Manhattan clam chowder

Ingredients:

• 4 slices of bacon, chopped
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 stalks of celery, diced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 4 cups of clam juice
• 2 cups of diced potatoes
• 1 can (14.5 oz) of diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon of dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes (optional, for some heat)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cups of chopped clams (fresh or canned)
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

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