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.

Phool Fatima
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This chowder is delicious! I love the combination of potatoes, ham, and cheese. It's the perfect meal for a cold winter day.


Kerone's Kitxhen
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I love this chowder! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I especially love the cheesy topping.


kelebogile chengeta
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This chowder is amazing! The potatoes are cooked perfectly and the ham and cheese add so much flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


David Adcox
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This chowder is the perfect comfort food. It's hearty, filling, and so delicious. I love the cheesy topping and the smoky flavor from the ham.


Hannah Ekeoma
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I made this chowder last night and it was a huge hit with my family. It's creamy, cheesy, and full of flavor. I will definitely be making it again.


Alain
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This chowder is delicious and easy to make. I will definitely be making it again.


Monique Latarica
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This chowder is so good! I love the combination of potatoes, ham, and cheese. It's the perfect meal for a cold night.


yahya bukhari
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I've made this chowder several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold day.


humaira jannat
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This chowder was easy to make and it turned out great. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a delicious and easy chowder recipe.


Haroon Jaan
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I made this chowder for my family and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it!


Md Tazzid
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This chowder is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and the cheesy topping is the perfect touch.


Op Pubg
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I was looking for a new chowder recipe and this one caught my eye. I'm so glad I tried it! It's now my go-to chowder recipe.


Hedayatullah Yamin
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This chowder is delicious! The cheese and ham give it a rich and flavorful taste. I will definitely be making this again.


Cosmore Kanjera
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I made this chowder for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I especially liked the fact that it was so easy to make.


Shanika
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This chowder was a hit with my family! The potatoes were perfectly tender and the ham added a nice smoky flavor. I also loved the cheesy topping. It was the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.