Nickel Allergy Friendly New England Corn Chowder

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  4 strips thick-cut bacon, cut into ½-inch pieces
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  Oscar Mayer Naturally Hardwood Smoked Thick Cut BaconOscar Mayer Fully Cooked Thick Cut Bacon Slices Box - 2.52 OzWright Brand Applewood Thick Cut BaconSmithfield Naturally Hickory Smoked Thick Cut Bacon - 16 OzBoars Head Butcher Craft Thick Cut Bacon - 20 Oz

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  1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
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  2 stalks celery, finely diced
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  3 cloves garlic, minced
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  3 tbsp unsalted butter
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  3 tbsp all-purpose flour
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  3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
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  1 lb yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into ½-inch cubes
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  4 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels (from about 5 ears if fresh)
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  1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
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  1 bay leaf
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  1 cup whole milk
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  1 cup heavy cream
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  1 tsp salt, plus more to taste
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  ½ tsp black pepper, plus more to taste
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  ¼ tsp smoked paprika

For serving

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  2 tbsp fresh chives, thinly sliced (optional)
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  oyster crackers, for serving (optional)
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