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INGREDIENTS
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6 ounces thickly sliced bacon, coarsely chopped
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1 large red onion, finely chopped
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1/4 cup finely chopped celery
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15 ounces frozen corn, thawed (3 cups)
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3 cups whole milk
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1 pound red potatoes, scrubbed and cut into 1/2-inch dice
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1/2 cup heavy cream
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2 tablespoons minced chives, plus more for garnish
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Salt and freshly ground pepper
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Tabasco
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1/2 pound medium sea scallops