ELWOOD'S HAM CHOWDER

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This recipe is courtesy of Donald Barickman; it was created with and named for his father, Elwood.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Yield Makes about 5 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 pound Virginia ham, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 large onions, cut into 1/2-inch pieces (about 3 cups)
4 garlic cloves, thiny sliced
2 bunches collard greens (about 1 pound), stems discarded, washed, and roughly chopped
1 can (28 ounces) whole tomatoes with juice, roughly chopped
7 cups homemade or low sodium canned chicken stock
2 cups homemade or low-sodium canned beef stock
8 medium red potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 6 cups)
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
Hot-pepper sauce, such as Tobasco (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large stockpot over medium-low heat. Add ham, and cook until it starts to release juices, about 2 minutes; do not brown. Add onions and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, about 10 minutes.
  • Working in batches, if necessary, so as not to overcrowd pot, cook collard greens, tossing frequently with tongs until thoroughly wilted. Add tomatoes and juice, chicken and beef stocks, potatoes, thyme, and parsley. Bring to a boil, and reduce heat to a gentle simmer; cook, stirring and skimming any foam from surface occasionally, until potatoes are easily pierced with a paring knife, 30 to40 minutes. Remove from heat; season with salt, black pepper, and hot-pepper sauce, as desired. Serve hot.

Kaylin Garcia
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This chowder is a great way to use up leftover ham. It's also a very affordable meal, which is always a plus.


Adenekun Ifeoluwa
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This chowder is hearty and filling, and it's perfect for a cold winter day. I love the addition of the sweet corn and diced potatoes.


Kattarina Fitzpatrick
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I'm not a big fan of ham, but I really enjoyed this chowder. The flavors are subtle and well-balanced, and the texture is creamy and smooth.


Dorian Villegas
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This chowder is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family. I love that I can use leftover ham, so it's a great way to use up leftovers.


Kimathi Denis
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I've made this chowder several times now, and it's always a hit. My family loves the smoky flavor of the ham and the creamy broth.


invincible guy
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This chowder is a great comfort food. It's so warm and filling, and it's perfect for a cold winter day.


Bhawal Ul haq
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I'm not a big fan of chowder, but this one was really good! The flavors were well-balanced, and the texture was creamy and smooth.


Imran Raja
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This chowder is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family. I love that I can use leftover ham, so it's a great way to use up leftovers.


Bushra Waqar
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I love the smoky flavor of the ham in this chowder. It's so rich and flavorful.


Qaiser Jamal
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This chowder is a great way to use up leftover ham. It's also a very affordable meal, which is always a plus.


Khizar Wahaj
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I made this chowder for my family last night, and they all loved it! My husband said it was the best chowder he's ever had.


Anathi Mngcwenge
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I followed the recipe exactly, and the chowder turned out perfectly. It's so creamy and flavorful, and the ham is tender and juicy.


Asahdul Islam
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This chowder is hearty and filling, and it's perfect for a cold winter day. I love the addition of the sweet corn and diced potatoes.


EXP Gemar
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I'm not a huge fan of ham, but I really enjoyed this chowder. The flavors are subtle and well-balanced, and the texture is creamy and smooth. I would definitely make this again.


MacDrah
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This chowder is so easy to make, and it's so delicious! I love that I can use leftover ham, so it's a great way to use up leftovers.


Md Gamer
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I made this chowder for a potluck, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it, and I got so many compliments. I'll definitely be making it again.


Clasam Muziq
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This is the best ham chowder I've ever had! The flavors are perfectly balanced, and the texture is creamy and smooth. I will definitely be making this again.


S McCaskill
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I've made this chowder twice now, and it's been a hit both times. My family loves the smoky flavor from the ham and the creamy broth. It's a great comfort food for a cold winter day.


Goshi Shekhupuriya07
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This ham chowder is a real winner! It's packed with flavor and has a creamy, satisfying texture. I especially love the addition of the sweet corn and diced potatoes.