Description
Warm up with a bowl of ham and corn chowder, a creamy blend of savory ham and sweet corn that’s perfect for chilly evenings. This hearty dish is easy to prepare, making it ideal for novice cooks and a family favorite. Each spoonful offers a delightful mix of flavors and textures, evoking the warmth of home cooking and creating moments filled with laughter and joy around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup diced ham (smoked preferred)
- 1 cup fresh corn kernels (or frozen)
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, cubed
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat a splash of oil over medium heat. Sauté the diced onions until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and diced ham; cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in cubed potatoes and corn kernels, mixing well.
- Pour in the chicken broth along with thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer for about 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
- Gradually stir in heavy cream until well combined, allowing the chowder to thicken slightly.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed before serving warm with crusty bread or crackers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg