Ham And Potato Chowder

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A creamy, hearty soup loaded with tender potatoes, savory ham, and sweet corn.
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This Ham and Potato Chowder is the ultimate comfort food for chilly evenings. It features a rich, velvety broth thickened with flour and milk, packed with chunks of tender potatoes, savory diced ham, and sweet corn. The flavor profile is warm and savory, enhanced by a subtle kick from paprika and black pepper. It’s a rustic, home-style meal that feels luxurious without being complicated. Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or as a make-ahead freezer meal. The combination of starchy potatoes and salty ham creates a deeply satisfying texture that warms you from the inside out.

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Ham And Potato Chowder

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 132.6

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This Ham and Potato Chowder is the ultimate comfort food for chilly evenings. It features a rich, velvety broth thickened with flour and milk, packed with chunks of tender potatoes, savory diced ham, and sweet corn. The flavor profile is warm and savory, enhanced by a subtle kick from paprika and black pepper. It&# 226;ÂÂs a rustic, home-style meal that feels luxurious without being complicated. Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or as a make-ahead freezer meal. The combination of starchy potatoes and salty ham creates a deeply satisfying texture that warms you from the inside out.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onion and green pepper; sauté until tender and translucent.
  3. Stir in cubed potatoes, 2 cups water, salt, paprika, and pepper.
  4. Cover and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until potatoes are fork-tender.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together flour and 1/3 cup water until smooth.
  6. Stir the flour mixture into the potato mixture to thicken the broth.
  7. Pour in milk and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently.
  8. Cook until the soup has thickened slightly and coats the back of a spoon.
  9. Add corn and diced ham; heat through for 2-3 minutes.
  10. Ladle into bowls and sprinkle each serving with minced parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 132.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5.3g9%
Saturated Fat 1.6g8%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 84.1mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 19.2g7%
Dietary Fiber 2.8g12%
Sugars 1.8g
Protein 2.3g5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Use leftover holiday ham or smoked ham for the best flavor.

For a richer texture, substitute half-and-half or heavy cream for the milk.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

This chowder freezes well; omit the dairy before freezing and add it upon reheating.

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