CHEESY POTATO AND HAM CHOWDER

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What a wonderful soup to have on a cold winter day! Comfort food at it's best, this rich creamy soup is filled with chunks of potato, ham, cheese and hard cooked eggs. I've also made it using smoked sausage or bacon instead of ham. Either way, it's a very satisfying soup that my family loves. (Please note: the cook time...

Provided by Susan Bickta

Categories     Cream Soups

Time 2h5m

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 Tbsp butter
3 Tbsp vegetable oil
1 medium onion, diced
2 stalk(s) celery, thinly sliced
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp fresh ground black pepper
1/3 c all purpose flour
1/2 c whole milk
1 qt whole milk
1 qt half and half
4 envelopes ham flavoring concentrate (from a 1.41 ounce box)
4 large russett potatoes, baked, peeled and roughly smashed
1/2 lb cooked ham, cubed (bite size pieces)
1 c cheddar cheese, shredded
4 large eggs, hard cooked and chopped
2 tsp dried parsley flakes

Steps:

  • 1. Place a 5 quart Dutch oven over medium high heat. Add the butter, oil, onion, celery, salt and pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring often, until vegetables just start to soften.
  • 2. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together the flour and the 1/2 cup of milk. Mix well to break up any lumps. Set aside.
  • 3. Add the remaining milk and half & half to the Dutch oven. Mix well and heat thru, stirring often. Add the flour mixture and cook over medium high heat until thickened, stirring often to avoid sticking and burning.
  • 4. Add the ham flavoring, potatoes, ham, cheese, eggs and parsley flakes. Mix well.
  • 5. Bring to a simmer and cook an additional 6-7 minutes, stirring often, to heat through.
  • 6. Serve garnished with shredded cheese and/or dried parsley flakes.

Husnain rajpoot
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I've made this chowder several times now, and it's always a hit. It's my go-to recipe for when I need a quick and easy meal.


Jerome Cruz
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This chowder is so thick and creamy. I love it!


Michael Wheatstine
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I'm not a big fan of ham, so I used bacon instead. It turned out great!


Blxck Spirit
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This chowder is the perfect way to warm up on a cold day. It's also a great meal to make ahead of time, so it's perfect for busy weeknights.


Dagmawi Tilhun
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my chowder turned out too watery. I'm not sure what I did wrong.


Muhammed Sami
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Overall, this is a great recipe. It's easy to make, it's delicious, and it's a crowd-pleaser.


Omar Rifai
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This chowder was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I'll use less ham next time.


REBIN IT
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This is my new favorite chowder recipe. It's so creamy and flavorful, and the ham adds a nice touch of smokiness. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Darlynn Harris
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I love the versatility of this recipe. I've made it with different types of cheese, different vegetables, and even different meats. It's always delicious!


Ashton Cameron
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This chowder is so easy to make, and it's perfect for a weeknight meal. I always have the ingredients on hand, and it comes together in no time.


Osayi Mercy
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This was a hit with my family! The kids loved the creamy texture and the ham, and I appreciated that it was a relatively healthy dish.


Blanca Igwe
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This cheesy potato and ham chowder is the ultimate comfort food! It's hearty, creamy, and packed with flavor. I loved the addition of ham, which gave the chowder a nice smoky flavor.