Chunky Ham and Potato Chowder Recipe

Name: Chunky Ham and Potato Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 medium onion, finely chopped (can use leeks also); 1 tablespoon fresh minced garlic (optional); ¼ tablespoon butter; ½ teaspoon dried thyme (can use more if you really like thyme!); salt and pepper; 6 cups half-and-half cream; ½ cup whipping cream; 4 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese; 4 cups chopped cooked ham (can use cooked smoked turkey also); 2 cups instant potato flakes; 4 -5 cups diced cooked potatoes, cut into about 1/2-inch cubes

Servings: persons

1 medium onion, finely chopped (can use leeks also)
1 tablespoon fresh minced garlic (optional)
¼ tablespoon butter
½ teaspoon dried thyme (can use more if you really like thyme!)
salt and pepper
6 cups half-and-half cream
½ cup whipping cream
4 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
4 cups chopped cooked ham (can use cooked smoked turkey also)
2 cups instant potato flakes
4 -5 cups diced cooked potatoes, cut into about 1/2-inch cubes

1
Cook the cubed potatoes in boiling water until firm-tender (do not overcook, this should take only about 8-10 minutes or even less) drain; set aside.
2
In a Dutch oven or a heavy-bottomed sauepan, saute onion or leeks and garlic (if using) until the onion is soft (about 3-4 minutes).
3
Add in thyme, salt and pepper; cook for 1 minute to release the thyme flavor.
4
Add in half and half and whipping cream; cook and stir over medium heat until warm (not hot) careful not to scorch.
5
Add in grated Parmesan cheese and cooked cubed ham; cook, stirring for about 7-8 minutes on medium heat, or until the cream is heated to almost hot.
6
Stir potato buds or flakes; cook over medium-low heat, stirring until mixture is thickened, this might take about 8-10 minutes or more, the potato flakes will thicken up after about 8-10 minutes (if necessary add in more whipping cream or half and half to thin to desired consistancy).
7
This is really not neccesary, but I like to mash about 1/4 cup cooked potatoes and add them into the soup, and just stir them inches.
8
Add in cooked diced potatoes or you can even add them in at the table.
9
Spoon into bowls, and sprinkle with more Parmesan cheese if desired or grated cheddar cheese).
10
Delicious!

1980

kcal

Calories

168

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 medium onion, finely chopped (can use leeks also), 1 tablespoon fresh minced garlic (optional), ¼ tablespoon butter, ½ teaspoon dried thyme (can use more if you really like thyme!), and more.

Yes, Chunky Ham and Potato Chowder falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chunky Ham and Potato Chowder

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