Clam Chowder without alfredo

2 large russet potatoes , peeled and cut into ½ inch pieces (or 1 1/2 lbs.) 1/2 cup butter 3 celery ribs , chopped 1 medium onion , chopped 2 teaspoons minced[...]

2 cans chopped clams 4 onions , diced 2 heads celery , diced 3 lbs bacon , diced 4 ounces shallots , diced 4 ounces garlic , diced 1/2 cup thyme 6 bay leaves[...]

4 slices bacon , chopped 3 (6 1/2 ounce) cans whole shelled clams 3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine 1/2 cup chopped celery 1/2 cup chopped onion[...]

4 slices bacon 2 large yellow onions , chopped 24 ounces bottled clam juice 2 medium potatoes , cubed 2 large celery ribs , chopped 2 garlic cloves , minced 1[...]