1 doz. cherry stone clams (steam until open), run juice through cheesecloth to strain
3 slices bacon, cut sm. & browned until crisp
1 med. onion, chopped

Add onion to bacon, cook until onion is soft. Add to clam juice: 2 qts. water

Start simmering. Add: 3 lg. carrots 3 lg. potatoes

Put bacon, onion, 1 teaspoon thyme leaves and pepper to taste, cook until vegetables are done, then add chopped clams. Simmer for about 5 minutes.