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8 ears of corn, kernels removed (reserve 4 of the cobs)
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1/2 cup celery leaves, chopped
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2 cups water
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1 cup chicken stock
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1/2 pound (about 8 slices) bacon, coarsely chopped
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3 medium Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
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1 medium onion, chopped
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2 cloves garlic, grated
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3 stalks celery, chopped
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1 small red bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped (about 1/4 cup)
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2 small bay leaves
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4 sprigs fresh thyme
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1 quart milk
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1 teaspoon (or more) hot sauce, divided
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1 cup crab meat, picked clean (optional)
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2 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning (optional)
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3 scallions, sliced on the bias (at an angle)
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1 quart milk
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