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Ham and Corn Chowder

October 28, 2015 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

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Warm, cozy and comforting…that’s the feeling you’ll achieve will enjoying a bowl of this ham & cheese chowder. Chock full of potatoes, ham and corn…it’s sure to be a hit at your dinner table. You could serve it with crackers, pretzel rolls or pretzel bread.

This is such a satisfying bowl of delicious…perfect for a chilly fall or winter evening. Give it a try…and I bet you’ll end up having it a couple times a month this fall/winter!

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Ham and Corn Chowder

Easy and cozy weeknight dinner meal!
Prep Time10 minutes minutes
Cook Time30 minutes minutes
Servings - 8 servings

Ingredients 

  • 1 stick butter 8 Tbsp
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, sliced
  • 3 tsp minced garlic
  • 1 large red bell pepper, chopped
  • 8 oz smoked ham, diced
  • 3 cups chicken stock
  • 2 medium baking potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp mustard powder
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/2 tsp dried rosemary
  • 1/2 tsp ground white pepper
  • 2 cups corn (frozen, fresh, or drained from a can)
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream

Instructions

  • To a large saucepan or stockpot, add butter, onion, celery, garlic, and bell pepper. Saute for 3-5 minutes, or until the onion is translucent and the bell pepper is tender.
  • Add ham, chicken stock, potatoes, and all the spices. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Stir in thecorn and cream and bring the heat upto medium. Bring to a boil once again, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes to thicken the chowder.
  • Serve Ham & Corn Chowder warm.

Ham and Corn Chowder from 5DollarDinners.com

Erin’s Personal Recommendations for Chili, Soup & Stew Supplies:

  • 6 qt. Cast Iron Dutch Oven
  • 12 qt Large Nonstick Stockpot
  • 6.5 qt. Programmable Touchscreen Slow Cooker
  • Stainless Steel Soup Ladle (dishwasher safe!)
  • 4 piece Stoneware Soup Bowl Set

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