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Macaroni & Cheese Chowder

Source of Recipe


Ladies' Home Journal






List of Ingredients



• 1 Tbsp butter (or margarine)
  
• 1/4 lb. smoked ham, diced
  
• 1 cup chopped onions
  
• 1 pkg. (12-oz.) Stouffer's frozen macaroni & cheese
  
• 1 (14-1/2 oz.) can chicken broth
  
• 1 (14-3/4 oz.) can creamed-style corn
  
• 1 cup milk
  
• 1/4 tsp salt
  
• 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  
• 1/2 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced
  
• Fresh chives for garnish, optional
  
• Crusty bread, optional
  






Instructions



1. Heat butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add ham and onions. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onions are softened and ham is lightly browned. Meanwhile, microwave the frozen macaroni & cheese according to package directions.
   
   
2. Add macaroni & cheese, broth, corn, milk, salt and pepper to ham mixture. Bring to a boil. Stir in chicken; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 3 to 4 minutes, until chicken is cooked through.
   
   Garnish with fresh chives and serve with crusty bread, if desired.
   
   Makes 4 servings.