How To make Carrot Bisque

5 slices bacon

chopped
1 pound carrots :

peeled and chopped
6 green onions

chopped
1 cup chopped mushrooms
3 stalks celery :

chopped
2 sprigs fresh thyme
1 bay leaf
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup water
1 cup heavy cream
salt and freshly ground pepper
1. In a stock pot over medium-high heat, saut