Country Ham Chowder

13 ingredients
10 steps

Ingredients

  • 2 medium potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 3 Tbsp. butter
  • 3/4 c. chopped onions
  • 1/4 c. chopped carrots
  • 1/4 c. chopped celery
  • 3 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 to 3 c. milk
  • 1/4 tsp. pepper
  • pinch of salt
  • 2 tsp. Dijon mustard (optional)
  • 1 c. finely chopped ham
  • 1 1/2 c. grated sharp Cheddar cheese
  • parsley or paprika for garnish

Directions

  1. 1
    Simmer potatoes and carrots in 3/4 cup water, covered, about 10 minutes or until tender.
  2. 2
    Reserve any liquid for soup.
  3. 3
    Melt butter in large saucepan.
  4. 4
    Saute onions and celery until golden brown and soft.
  5. 5
    Stir in flour and cook for 2 minutes, stirring well.
  6. 6
    Add milk, potatoes with liquid, pepper, salt and mustard.
  7. 7
    Bring to a slow simmer.
  8. 8
    Add ham and cheese.
  9. 9
    Cook over low heat for 5 minutes.
  10. 10
    Serve hot.

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