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Irresistible Ham and Cheese Chowder

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A creamy, hearty chowder packed with savory ham, tender potatoes, and sharp cheddar cheese—perfect comfort food for chilly evenings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups diced or shredded ham
  • 2 cups peeled and diced russet or Yukon gold potatoes
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 1 cup peeled and diced carrots
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cups whole milk or heavy cream
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Peel and dice the potatoes, carrots, and onion. Chop the celery and dice the ham into bite-sized pieces. Shred the cheese and set everything aside.
  2. In a large pot, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5-7 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  3. Stir in the diced potatoes and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of flour over the veggies and stir well to coat. Cook for 1-2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.
  5. Slowly pour in 4 cups of chicken broth, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  6. Cover the pot and let the chowder simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
  7. Reduce the heat to low and stir in 2 cups of milk (or heavy cream for extra richness).
  8. Stir in the diced ham and 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese. Continue stirring until the cheese is fully melted and the chowder is creamy.
  9. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

[‘Keep stirring to prevent the cheese from clumping or sticking.’, ‘Don’t boil after adding milk to avoid curdling.’, ‘Use leftover ham for added flavor and convenience.’, ‘Taste-test as you go to adjust seasoning.’, ‘For a thicker chowder, add an extra tablespoon of flour during step 4.’]

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Keywords: ham chowder, cheese chowder, comfort food, hearty soup, easy dinner, creamy soup, winter recipe

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