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Hearty Ham Potato Corn Chowder Recipe

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Make this classic, comforting ham potato corn chowder from scratch. This recipe delivers a thick, creamy soup perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner or using up leftover ham.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1/2 cup carrots, diced
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups diced cooked ham
  • 3 cups diced potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet)
  • 1 1/2 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Melt the butter in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, and carrots. Cook until the vegetables soften, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  2. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to create a roux base.
  3. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth until smooth. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  4. Add the diced ham, potatoes, corn, thyme, salt, and pepper. Return the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
  5. Stir in the milk and heavy cream. Heat gently until the chowder is hot throughout. Do not let it boil after adding the cream.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve this comfort food chowder hot.

Notes

  • For a thicker chowder, mash about 1 cup of the cooked potatoes against the side of the pot before adding the milk and cream.
  • You can make this a slow cooker ham corn chowder by combining all ingredients except the milk and cream in the slow cooker. Cook on low for 6 hours. Stir in the milk and cream during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
  • Use pre-cooked ham, such as leftover holiday ham, for quick preparation.

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