Rhode Island Style Clam Chowder

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2 tablespoons olive oil

2 slices Canadian bacon (about 2 ounces), chopped

1 large onion, chopped (about 2 cups)

1 cup chopped celery (about 3 stalks)

4 cups red bliss potatoes (about 1 1/4 pounds), cut into 1/2-inch dice

2 cups chopped clams*

2 cups clam juice*

1 teaspoon fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried

Water, to cover

Salt

Freshly ground black pepper