Easy Clam Chowder

Name: Easy Clam Chowder
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon extra virgin coconut oil; 3 strips turkey bacon (diced); 2 celery ribs (trimmed and chopped); 1 large yellow onion (peeled and chopped); 1 large garlic clove (peeled and minced); 8 small yellow yukon gold potatoes (peeled and cubed); 1 cup water; 1 bottle clam juice (8 ounces); 3 teaspoons reduced sodium chicken base (like bouillon, but in a paste. You can use bouillon if you prefer.); 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning; 2 cups half and half; 2 cans minced clams (drained, 6 1/2 ounces each)