Loaded ham, bacon and potato chowder Recipe

Name: Loaded ham, bacon and potato chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 15 large potatoes peeled and cubed; 4 clove garlic smash and diced; 1 lb thick cut bacon cut in 1/2 inch pieces; 4 large leeks cleaned and sliced in rings; 4 Green onions chopped; 2 onion, chopped; 2 stick butter; 1 lb cooked ham chopped; 3 cup chicken broth(my favorite is better than bullion); 3 cup pork stock or beef works well also; 3 cup cold water; 2 can evaporated milk; 1 cup heavy cream; 2 cup smoked cheddar cheese shredded; 1 sour cream; 1 chives; 1 shredded cheese; 1 crackers

Servings: persons

15 large potatoes peeled and cubed
4 clove garlic smash and diced
1 lb thick cut bacon cut in 1/2 inch pieces
4 large leeks cleaned and sliced in rings
4 Green onions chopped
2 onion, chopped
2 stick butter
1 lb cooked ham chopped
3 cup chicken broth(my favorite is better than bullion)
3 cup pork stock or beef works well also
3 cup cold water
2 can evaporated milk
1 cup heavy cream
2 cup smoked cheddar cheese shredded
1 sour cream
1 chives
1 shredded cheese
1 crackers

1
Peel and cubed potatoes place in large stock pot with the liquids.
2
start the potatoes on medium heat.
3
Add garlic.
4
In a large pan brown bacon.then remove bacon from pan leaving grease in pan
5
In pan add 1 stick butter to bacon grease melt add leeks ,onions and ham.
6
Sautee till browned then add bacon and saute a few second longer.
7
(House should be smelling like heaven at this point. )
8
Pour all of the pan ingredients into to potato stock pot.
9
Stir and bring to boli the put on simmer for three hours.
10
Can mix water in the pan to get every last bit of the goodness fron the saute.
11
Stir hourly
12
After 3 hours mash part of potatoes leaving big chunks for the end result this thickens the chowder.
13
The last 30 minutes of cooking add the evaporated milk, cream, last stick of butter, and cheese, stirring constantly.
14
To aviod scalding and sticking to bottom of pot.
15
Salt and pepper to taste
16
Garnish and serve.
17
Make some fresh home made french bread you have a great winter meal.

2606

kcal

Calories

175

Fat

Carbs

157

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 15 large potatoes peeled and cubed, 4 clove garlic smash and diced, 1 lb thick cut bacon cut in 1/2 inch pieces, 4 large leeks cleaned and sliced in rings, and more.

Yes, Loaded ham, bacon 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Loaded ham, bacon and potato chowder

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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