New England Clam Chowder

Name: New England Clam Chowder
Prep time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 slices OSCAR MAYER Bacon, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices; 2 yellow onions, chopped; 4 stalks celery, chopped; 1 tsp. dried thyme leaves; 2 lb. baking potatoes (about 6), peeled, cut into 1/4-inch cubes; 3 cups water; 2 cups milk; 1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, cubed; 4 cans (6-1/4 oz. each) minced clams, undrained; 2 green onions, cut into thin slices