HAM & CHEESE CHOWDER

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Chowder makes chilly days instantly cozier. This easy one, with cheddar, potatoes and smoky ham, warms you up from head to toe. -Mandy Beerman, Houstonia, MO

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/2 pounds potatoes (about 3 medium), peeled and diced
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
3 tablespoons butter
1 small onion, finely chopped
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3-1/2 cups whole milk
4 ounces process cheese (Velveeta), cubed (about 1 cup)
1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1-1/2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
Minced chives and coarsely ground pepper, optional

Steps:

  • Place potatoes and baking soda in a large saucepan. Add water to cover; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until potatoes are tender, 6-8 minutes. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup potato water., In same pan, heat butter over medium heat; saute onion until tender, 2-4 minutes. Stir in flour until blended; cook and stir 2 minutes. Gradually stir in milk and reserved potato water. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes., Stir in cheeses until melted. Stir in ham and potatoes; heat through. If desired, sprinkle with chives and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366 calories, Fat 20g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 888mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

William Houghton
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This chowder was delicious! The ham and cheese were a great combination and the broth was very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Mojtaba abdi
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This chowder was really good! The ham and cheese were a great combination and the broth was very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Rabbi Hasan
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I made this chowder for my family and they all loved it! The chowder was very flavorful and the cheese was perfectly melted. I will definitely be making this again.


Muhammad Taofeek
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This chowder was really good! The ham and cheese were a great combination and the broth was very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Adel Jouini
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This chowder was delicious! The ham and cheese were a great combination and the broth was very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Godwin Obianusi
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chowder turned out great! The flavor was perfect and the texture was creamy and smooth.


Cashezz Black
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This chowder was okay. The flavor was good, but the texture was a bit too thick. I would recommend adding more liquid to the recipe.


Mesum Raza
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I wasn't a big fan of this chowder. The flavor was bland and the texture was too thick. I wouldn't recommend this recipe.


kumari thakuri
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This chowder was a bit too thick for my taste, but the flavor was still good. I would recommend adding more liquid to the recipe.


Ratree Das
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chowder turned out perfectly! It was creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Prakash Dahal
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This chowder was really good! The ham and cheese were a great combination and the broth was very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


alim999 Plus
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I made this chowder for my family and they all loved it! The chowder was very flavorful and the cheese was perfectly melted. I will definitely be making this again.


Ola Gold
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This chowder is the perfect comfort food for a cold day. It's creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Sam Salehi
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I wasn't sure how this chowder would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised! The flavors were all very well-balanced and the chowder was very creamy and hearty.


Usman Ali khan
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This chowder was delicious and so easy to make! I used leftover ham and it worked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


shahid hasan
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chowder turned out great! The only thing I would change is to add a little more salt and pepper to taste.


yassin ibrahim
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This is the best ham and cheese chowder I've ever had! The recipe was easy to follow and the chowder turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Zauma Muhammad
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I made this chowder for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the rich flavor and creamy texture. I will definitely be making this again.


Sseremba Reagan
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This ham and cheese chowder was a hit with my family! The creamy broth, tender ham, and melted cheese were all perfectly balanced. I especially loved the addition of the diced potatoes, which gave the chowder a hearty texture.