Bay Scallop Chowder

Name: Bay Scallop Chowder
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 ounces thickly sliced smoked bacon, finely chopped; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 1 large garlic clove, minced; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper; 6 cups bottled clam broth; 6 cups chicken stock or canned low-sodium broth; Bouquet garni made with 2 bay leaves, 5 fresh parsley sprigs, 3 fresh thyme sprigs and 8 black peppercorns, wrapped in cheesecloth; 1 1/2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch dice; 2 1/4 cups heavy cream; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 2 large leeks, white and tender green, halved lengthwise and sliced crosswise 1/8 inch thick; 1 1/2 pounds bay scallops, membranes removed; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh chives