Creamy Clam Chowder

Name: Creamy Clam Chowder
Ingredients: 6 slices thick cut bacon, chopped; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 medium yellow onion, chopped (about 2 cups chopped); 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced (about 1-1/4 cups); 3 ribs celery, sliced (about 1 cup); 2 (10-1/2 ounce) cans condensed cream of celery soup; 3 cups minced clams with juices (3 (6-1/2 ounce) cans with juice if not using fresh clams); 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 cups half and half; 2 cups whole milk; Salt and pepper, to taste; 1/2 teaspoon dried dill; 1 bay leaf; 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into small cubes (about 3 cups)