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.

Rebecca Fricke
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This ham chowder is now my go-to comfort food. It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. The creamy broth, tender ham, and hearty vegetables are the perfect combination. I highly recommend this recipe!


Destiny Bennett
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Not a fan.


Nasir Rana
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This chowder was a great success! I made it for a family gathering and everyone loved it. The broth was rich and flavorful, and the ham and vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again!


Khanfarooq Mirbahar
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I thought this chowder was just okay. It was a bit bland for my taste and the vegetables were a bit mushy. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Notyour Shams
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This chowder was amazing! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The broth was creamy and flavorful, and the ham and vegetables were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again!


Fadwa Youssef
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Meh.


donna bettencourt
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Delicious! I made this chowder for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the creamy texture and the smoky flavor of the ham. I'll definitely be making this again!


Noble Aamir
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Not bad, but not great. The chowder was a bit too thick for my taste and the ham flavor was a bit overpowering. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Rahmanullah Arman
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Easy to follow recipe that resulted in a delicious and comforting ham chowder. The use of both fresh and frozen corn added a nice depth of flavor. Will definitely make again!


Nauman Shahid
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This ham chowder was an absolute delight! The flavors were perfectly balanced, with a creamy base and just the right amount of smokiness from the ham. I especially loved the addition of corn and potatoes, which gave the chowder a hearty and satisfyin