Clam Chowder with milk

3 slices bacon , chopped 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 2 stalks celery , chopped 1/4 yellow onion , finely chopped 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1 bay leaf 3 red[...]

1/4 Pound salt pork * 1 1/2 cups onions diced 3 cups potatoes diced 1 quart water * 2 cups clams 12 ounces evaporated milk Dice the onions and salt pork, then[...]