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Chowder: Smoked Ham Corn Chowder




Source of Recipe


Mealtime.org


Recipe Introduction


This tender, hearty, flavorful chowder promises to be a taste experience you'll long remember.



List of Ingredients




2 cans (14 1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 medium carrot, finely chopped
1 bay leaf
1 sprig each fresh thyme and tarragon
2 cans (16 ounces each) whole potatoes, drained
2 cans (16 or 17 ounces each) whole kernel corn, drained
1/2 cup half and half
2 cans (4 ounces each) pimientos, drained and diced
3 tablespoons chopped parsley
1 cup (4 ounces) julienne-cut smoked ham



Recipe



In 3-quart saucepan combine broth, onion and carrot. Tie together bay leaf and fresh herbs to make bouquet garnish. Add to saucepan and bring to boil; reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes. Remove herbs.

Dice enough of potatoes to make 1 cup; set aside. Add the remaining potatoes and 1 can of corn to saucepan. Pour mixture into container of electric blender, filling up to 4 cup capacity mark, or as manufacturer directs. Remove or open center of lid, and begin blending at lowest speed. Blend in batches, if necessary. Blend until smooth. Return to saucepan.

Stir diced potatoes, remaining corn and half-and-half into saucepan. Bring to boil, reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes. Stir in pimientos and parsley. Season with pepper, if desired. Ladle into bowls; garnish with ham and additional chopped parsley.


Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes

YIELD: 6 Servings(about 8 cups)


Nutritional Information Per Serving: 286 calories; 6 g fat; 17 mg cholesterol; 1,464 mg sodium; 51 g carbohydrate; 7 g fiber; 11 g protein.