Ham Chowder

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I made this ham chowder recipe with leftovers I had one day. It's a ham- and potato-based soup with leeks, onions, rosemary, cream, bacon, and carrots. The ham and bacon give this soup a smoky taste while the cream gives it a rich texture. Chowder is better served the next day.

Submitted by FOODY3

Updated on July 25, 2024

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Prep Time:

40 mins

Cook Time:

40 mins

Total Time:

1 hr 20 mins

Servings:

15

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Ingredients

8 cups chicken or ham stock
4 cups cubed country ham
4 tablespoons dried rosemary, divided
2 pounds bacon, diced
6 green onions, diced
3 leeks, diced
2 large onions, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
6 large potatoes, cubed
1 pound carrots, cubed
1 ½ cups heavy cream

Directions

Heat stock into a large pot set over medium heat to a simmer. Stir in ham and 2 tablespoons rosemary.
Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat, turning occasionally, until crisp. Transfer bacon, using a slotted spoon, to pot. Discard half the bacon grease, reserve remaining grease in skillet. Return skillet to medium heat. Stir in green onions, leeks, onions, and garlic; cook until tender, then add to pot.
Add potatoes, carrots, and remaining 2 tablespoons rosemary to pot; simmer until vegetables tender, about 20 minutes. Off heat, stir in cream.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

438	Calories
25g	Fat
36g	Carbs
19g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 15
Calories 438
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25g	32%
Saturated Fat 11g	55%
Cholesterol 76mg	25%
Sodium 1351mg	59%
Total Carbohydrate 36g	13%
Dietary Fiber 5g	19%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 19g	38%
Vitamin C 50mg	55%
Calcium 83mg	6%
Iron 3mg	14%
Potassium 1058mg	23%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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