Whole 30 Clam Chowder

Name: Whole 30 Clam Chowder
Ingredients: 6 slices whole 30 approved bacon; 2 stalks celery ((diced)); 2 carrots ((peeled and sliced)); 1 small yellow onion ((diced)); 2 large cloves garlic ( (minced)); 3 small potatoes ((peeled and diced)); 1 cup chicken stock; 8 ounce bottle all-natural clam juice; .5 teaspoon ground white pepper; 1 teaspoon fresh thyme ( (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)); 2 whole bay leaves; 3 tablespoons arrowroot starch; 1.5 cups unsweetened Cashewmilk; 3 cans chopped clams ((6.5 ounce each)); diced green onions or chives ((to garnish))