Extra Creamy Clam Chowder

Name: Extra Creamy Clam Chowder
Ingredients: 2 cup(s) steamed, prepared clam meat coarsely chopped; 1/2 pound(s) bacon, cut into a small dice; 2 tablespoon(s) butter, unsalted; 4 cup(s) onion, chopped; 3 cup(s) celery, chopped; 3/4 cup(s) all-purpose flour; 4 cup(s) red potatoes, diced; 2 tablespoon(s) Old Bay seasoning; 1 1/2 teaspoon(s) thyme, dried; - freshly ground black pepper to taste; 2 bottle(s) clam juice; 2 cup(s) whole milk; 2 cup(s) heavy cream; 1/4 cup(s) fresh parsley, chopped