Corn and Sausage Chowder

Name: Corn and Sausage Chowder
Ingredients: 1 lb sausage; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 medium onion; 2 cloves garlic; 2 medium carrots; 2 celery stalks; 3 medium potatoes; 3 cups chicken broth; 1 cup of corn kernels; 1 cup of creamed corn; 1 cup heavy cream; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1/2 tsp thyme; dash white pepper; 1 bay leaf; Salt and pepper; 2 tbsp fresh parsley; Hot sauce - optional