World Famous Ham Chowder

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  • Number of Servings: 15
Ingredients
2 cups boiling water4 cups diced potatoes, peeled1/2 cup sliced carrots1/2 cup sliced celery1/4 cup chopped onion1/4 cup butter1/4 cup flour2 cups 1% milk2 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese1 17oz. can creamed corn4 cups cubed ham (extra lean)1 1/2 tsp each of salt and pepper
Directions
In a large dutch oven combine first 5 ingredients and salt and pepper. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Do not drain. Meanwhile, in another saucepan melt butter and stir in flour until smooth. Slowly whisk in milk. Cook over med heat until thick, stirring occasionally. Add cheese and stir until cheese melts. Transfer cheese sauce into the vegetable mixture and add the corn and ham. Heat until hot, but not boiling. (Can also let simmer in a crockpot on low for several hours). Makes approx. 15 cups (each serving is 1 cup).

Number of Servings: 15

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user IMPORT2THEHILLS.

Servings Per Recipe: 15
Nutritional Info Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 228.0
  • Total Fat: 11.8 g
  • Cholesterol: 46.5 mg
  • Sodium: 991.0 mg
  • Total Carbs: 16.0 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1.4 g
  • Protein: 14.3 g

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