Low FODMAP Clam Chowder

Name: Low FODMAP Clam Chowder
Ingredients: 8- pounds (3.6 kg) cherrystone or quahog clams ((see Tips); 2 cups (480 ml) water; 4- ounces (115 g) thick-cut bacon (chopped into small pieces); 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 tablespoon Garlic-Infused Oil, (made with vegetable oil, or purchased equivalent); 3/4 cup (54 g) finely chopped leeks, (green parts only); 3/4 cup (48 g) finely chopped scallions, (green parts only); 1 stalk celery, (trimmed and diced); 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves; 2- pounds (910 g) russet baking potatoes (peeled and cut into large bite-sized chunks); 1 large bay leaf; 2 cups (480 ml) lactose free heavy cream, (at room temperature); Freshly ground black pepper; Finely chopped fresh flat leaf parsley; Snipped fresh chives