1/2 - cup onion, chopped

1/2 - cup celery, chopped

1 - can (14-1/2-ounces) whole peeled tomatoes, undrained and crushed

1 - can (14-1/2-ounces) whole new potatoes, drained and cubed

1 - bottle (8-ounces) bottle clam juice

1 - can (6-1/2-ounces) chopped clams, drained and rinsed

2 - Tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

1/4 - teaspoon thyme

1/8 - teaspoon pepper

1/8 - teaspoon garlic powder

• In large saucepan, fry bacon until crisp. 
• Add onion and celery sauté until tender. 
• Add to 3-quart or larger slow cooker.
• Into slow cooker, stir in tomatoes, corn, potatoes, clam juice, clams, parsley, thyme, pepper and garlic powder. 
• Cook on LOW 6 to 8 hours.