4 slices bacon cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1 (15 oz.) can tomato sauce with bits
1/2 c. chopped onion
1 (7 1/2 oz.) can clams, undrained
1 1/2 c. water
1 can cream of potato soup
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/2 c. diced celery
1/4 tsp. thyme

In a large saucepan, brown bacon until crisp. Add onion and celery. Saute until onion is soft. Drain fat. Add remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 5 minutes.