Quick Clam Chowder

2 ea Potato; pared and diced

1 c Leek; washed and sliced or

1/2 c Celery; sliced

1/2 c Carrot; sliced

2 ts Margarine; diet

2 c Tomato; low sodium - canned

1/4 ts Thyme

1 ea Littleneck clams; rinsed

In 4 qt microwave casserole, combine potato, leeks or onions, celery,carrot, and margarine;cover with plastic wrap and zap on high for 6 min, until potato is softened.

Add tomatoes with liquid and thyme,recover with plastic wrap and zap again on high for 5 min until potato is soft and mixture is thoroughly heated.

Arrange clams hinge side out and cover again...

Zap 3 min turn...

Zap 3 min.

Let stand 5 min and serve.