Manhattan Clam Chowder

Name: Manhattan Clam Chowder
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter; 1 cup chopped onion; 2/3 cup chopped celery; 2 teaspoons minced green pepper; 1 garlic clove, minced; 2 cups hot water; 1 cup cubed peeled potatoes; 1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained; 2 cans (6-1/2 ounces each) minced clams, undrained; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; Dash cayenne pepper; 2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley