WILD RICE AND HAM CHOWDER

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The rich, comforting taste of this chowder appeals to everyone who tries it. I have my younger sister to thank for sharing this recipe with me years ago. -Elma Friesen, Winnipeg, Manitoba

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 8-10 servings (2-3/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup butter, cubed
2 garlic cloves, minced
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 cups chicken broth
1-1/2 cups cubed peeled potatoes
1/2 cup chopped carrot
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 cups cooked wild rice
2-1/2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
2 cups half-and-half cream
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
Minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, over medium heat, saute onion in butter until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until blended. Gradually add broth. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. , Add the potatoes, carrot, bay leaf, thyme and nutmeg; return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Stir in the rice, ham, cream and corn; heat through (do not boil). Discard bay leaf. Garnish with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 1035mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

Lincoln Sletten
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I'll definitely be making this chowder again. It's a keeper!


Mr Myers
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I would give this recipe a 3 out of 5 stars. It was good, but not great.


Aidan Brady
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This chowder was a bit too rich for my taste. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Mai Chan
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I thought this chowder was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


Baidar Khan
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This was a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It was quick and easy to make, and the whole family loved it.


Chondon PB
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I'm not a big fan of wild rice, but I really enjoyed this chowder. The ham and vegetables were very flavorful.


Hann a
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This chowder was a bit time-consuming to make, but it was worth it. The flavors were amazing!


ronald williams
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I loved the creamy broth and the tender ham in this chowder. It was the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


Mahad Bin Uzair
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This was my first time making wild rice and ham chowder, and it turned out great! I'll definitely be making it again.


Jani Raja
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Overall, I thought this was a good recipe. It was easy to make and the chowder was very tasty.


Zackaryah Garza
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This chowder was a bit too thick for my liking. I added some extra milk and it was perfect.


Michael Hydle
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I found the recipe to be a bit bland. I added some extra spices and it was much better.


Minhaz Alif
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This chowder was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I'll use less ham next time.


Basit Zk Muhammad
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chowder turned out perfectly. It was creamy, flavorful, and very satisfying.


Hlengiwe Msele
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This was a great recipe! I made it for a potluck and everyone loved it.


Bongani
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I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this chowder. The wild rice added a nice nutty flavor and the ham was very tender.


Tristan Kromopawiro
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This chowder was easy to make and tasted delicious. I used leftover ham, which made it even more flavorful.


Charles “CHARLI G” GREER
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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 heartiness of the wild rice.


Muwonge Vicent
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This wild rice and ham chowder was an absolute delight! The flavors of the ham, vegetables, and wild rice blended perfectly. The creamy broth was rich and comforting.