Ingredients

  • 2 (6 1/2 ounce) cans minced clams, including liquid
  • 3/4 cup celery, chopped
  • 1/2 cup green onion, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 1/2 cups water
  • 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can stewed tomatoes, including liquid
  • 1 cup carrot, chopped
  • 1 chicken bouillon cube
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 cup small shell pasta

Method

  • Drain clams, saving liquid.
  • In a large saucepan, saute celery and green onions in the butter. Add water, tomatoes (including liquid), carrots, bouillon, thyme, pepper, and the clam liquid. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 20 minutes.
  • Add macaroni; cook uncovered for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add clams; heat through.