Oyster and Bacon Bisque with Fried Shallots

Ingredients

• 2 cups canola oil for frying
• 4 slices bacon
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 2 large shallots, thinly sliced
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced small
• 2 cups clam juice
• 1 large carrot, peeled and diced small
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 celery rib, diced small
• 2 tablespoons Cognac
• 1 1/2 pints Shucked oysters and their liquor chopped
• 3/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 tablespoon fresh tarragon, minced