Corn Chowder With Bacon And Chives

Name: Corn Chowder With Bacon And Chives
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 large onion, finely diced; 1 small carrot, finely diced; 1 stalk celery, finely diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, minced; 1/4 cup flour; 6 cups vegetable stock, or chicken; 2 cups heavy cream, or half and half; 2 cups potatoes, diced; 4 cups corn kernels, fresh or frozen; 1/4 cup fresh parsley, minced; salt and pepper, to taste; Crisp bacon crumbles, for garnish; Minced chives, for garnish