Ham Chowder

Ham Chowder

from tasteofhome.com

Ingredients

  • 10 bacon strips, diced
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 cup diced carrots
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups whole milk
  • 1-1/2 cups water
  • 2-1/2 cups cubed potatoes
  • 1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
  • 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
  • Pepper to taste
  • 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
  • Minced fresh parsley, optional

Directions

  1. 1

    In a Dutch oven, cook the bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove the bacon strips to paper towels to drain.

  2. 2

    In the bacon drippings, saute the chopped onion and diced carrots until tender.

  3. 3

    Stir the flour into the bacon drippings until blended. Gradually add milk and water. Bring to a boil, cooking and stirring for two minutes or until thickened.

  4. 4

    Add the potatoes, corn, bouillon and pepper. Reduce the heat, and simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.

  5. 5

    Add the cheese and cubed ham, and heat until the cheese is melted. Before serving, stir in the bacon bits. If desired, garnish with parsley and additional bacon.