Best 7 Ham Cauliflower Chowder Recipes

Calling all chowder fans! Have you ever thought about combining the hearty flavor of ham with the delicate sweetness of cauliflower in a comforting, creamy soup? If not, then you're in for a treat. In this article, we'll take you on a culinary journey to discover the best recipe for "Ham Cauliflower Chowder." Get ready to indulge in a symphony of flavors that will warm your soul and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CAULIFLOWER AND HAM CHOWDER

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For a great, quick meals for those cool fall and winter days, try this easy soup. The cauliflower and ham compliment each other well and you will always want a second helping.-Patty Woytassek, Havana, North Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 cups chopped fresh or frozen cauliflower
1 cup thinly sliced celery
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of potato soup, undiluted
1 cup half-and-half cream or evaporated milk
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup water
2 cups diced fully cooked ham
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Minced fresh parsley

Steps:

In a large saucepan, cook cauliflower and celery in broth for 4-5 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Do not drain. Stir in the soup, cream and pepper. , Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; gradually stir into cauliflower mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat. Add ham; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until heated through. Just before serving, stir in cheese. Garnish with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 1011mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

HAM CAULIFLOWER CHOWDER

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I came up with this recipe myself when I had a ham hock and wanted to make something other than the usual split pea soup. The resulting chowder was satisfying and good-tasting. Mashed potatoes help give it a rich, creamy texture.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 2h

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 meaty ham bone
2 quarts water
1 large onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 cups milk
4 cups cauliflowerets, cooked and drained
2 cups mashed potatoes (prepared with milk and butter)
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

In a soup kettle, simmer ham bone in water for 1-1/2 hours. Remove ham bone; set cooking liquid aside. When cool enough to handle, remove meat from bone; discard bone. Return ham to cooking liquid; set aside. , In a saucepan, saute onion and green pepper in butter until tender. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until blended. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add to ham and liquid. Add cauliflower and potatoes. Cook until heated through. Sprinkle with parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 457mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

CROCK POT HAM & CAULIFLOWER CHOWDER

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Crock pot E-Z; creamy, chunky fully-bodied chowder using cubed leftover ham and Half and Half(substitute, if you choose) to tempt your taste buds. Even better next day or can be frozen in muffins cups zipped tightly into large plastic bag for individual use later. Base recipe from internet with my upgrades. I'm trying it over rice as an encore; whaddya think?

Provided by Caroline Cooks

Categories Chowders

Time 6h45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 large cauliflower
1 cup onion, diced
1 cup celery, diced
6 medium fresh mushrooms, chopped
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of celery soup
2 cups half-and-half
2 cups chicken broth or 2 cups chicken stock
2 -3 cups cooked ham, cubed
3 tablespoons potato flakes
1/4-1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded (optional)
Tabasco sauce (optional)

Steps:

Steam trimmed whole head of cauliflower with stalk down for about 6 minutes.
Remove and cool to handle.
Break off florets and finely dice stalk.
In cast iron skillet, sauté onion and celery in butter or oil over Medium-High heat until softened.
Add diced ham and saute 1 minutes.
Place all ingredients EXCEPT Half and Half and cheddar cheese in crock pot.
Stir to blend.
Cook on LOW for 6 hours; extract 2 cups of chowder and add 3 tablespoons potato flakes and puree in blender until smooth; return to crock pot.
Add Half and Half; and cook 30 mins.to 1 hour.
Sprinkle individual servings with cheddar cheese, if desired.

CAULIFLOWER HAM CHOWDER

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Make and share this Cauliflower Ham Chowder recipe from Food.com.

Provided by lets.eat

Categories Chowders

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 cups sliced fresh cauliflower
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can chicken broth
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
1 cup half-and-half cream
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup cold water
2 cups cooked ham, cubed
chives (to garnish)

Steps:

In a large saucepan, cook the cauliflower in the chicken broth for 4 minutes or until tender-crisp. Stir in cream of chicken soup, half and half and pepper.
Combine the cornstarch and water until smooth; gradudally stir into cauliflower mixture. Bring to a boil, cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat. Add ham; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until heated through. Garnish with chives.

CAULIFLOWER-HAM CHOWDER

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This recipe was submitted by Vivian Johnson for the Bricelyn Women of E.L.C.A Cookbook printed June 1993. Bricelyn, Minnesota is a little town where my dad grew up.

Provided by BeccaB3c

Categories Chowders

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 cups peeled and cubed potatoes
1 cup water
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granule
2 cups sliced cauliflower florets
3 cups milk
2 1/2 cups cooked ham, cubed
2 tablespoons flour

Steps:

In a large saucepan, simmer potatoes, water, onion and bouillon, covered, for 10 minutes.
Then, add cauliflower and cook until tender.
Stir in 2 1/2 cups milk, ham and any seasonings of choice, if desired.
Bring to boiling point.
Blend 1/2 cup milk with flour and stir into hot mixture.
Cook until thickened.
Serve, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 444.8, Fat 22, SaturatedFat 9.8, Cholesterol 105.1, Sodium 519.9, Carbohydrate 29.4, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 2.7, Protein 32

CAULIFLOWER HAM CHOWDER

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Soup is always good for warming the tummy and the heart, and this is one of our family's favorites. With a busy household, it's a simple but nutritious meal to have on hand!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 cups cubed peeled potatoes
2 cups fresh cauliflower florets
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 cup chicken broth
3 cups milk
2-1/2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Dash ground nutmeg
1/2 to 1 cup instant potato flakes
Minced fresh parsley

Steps:

In a large saucepan, cook the potatoes, cauliflower and onion in chicken broth until tender. Stir in milk, ham, salt, pepper and nutmeg; heat through. Stir in potato flakes; simmer for 5-10 minutes or until soup is as thick as desired. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 1034mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

CAULIFLOWER HAM CHOWDER

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Another wonderful soup recipe from a good friend. It is a family favorite of theirs at the holiday season.

Provided by Belinda Loucks

Categories Cream Soups

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 head cauliflower/ 2 cups of sliced
1 can(s) 13-3/4 oz chicken broth
1 c light cream or 1/2 and 1/2
1 can(s) condensed cream of potato soup
1/4 can(s) water
2 Tbsp corn starch
2 c cooked/diced ham
1/8 tsp pepper

Steps:

1. Boil cauliflower in chicken broth until tender, do not drain.
2. Mix together light cream (or 1/2 and 1/2) with condensed potato soup. Add to the cauliflower mixture. Mix water & corn starch together with a whisk; add to the cauliflower mixture.
3. Once all combined add in the diced ham and salt & pepper to taste. Cook on low-med for 30 minutes; careful not to scorch.

Tips:

For a creamy chowder, use full-fat milk or cream. You can also add a tablespoon of butter or olive oil to the pot before adding the vegetables to give the chowder a richer flavor.
If you don't have any ham on hand, you can substitute cooked bacon or sausage. You can also use a vegetarian protein source, such as tofu or beans.
To make the chowder ahead of time, cook it according to the recipe and then let it cool completely. Store the chowder in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you're ready to serve, reheat the chowder over medium heat until warmed through.
Serve the chowder with a side of crusty bread or crackers. You can also top the chowder with a dollop of sour cream or yogurt, or a sprinkle of chopped fresh herbs.

Conclusion:

Ham cauliflower chowder is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover ham. This chowder is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.