Ham and Corn Chowder
April 22nd, 2019
This creamy ham and corn chowder is loaded with veggies, potatoes and bacon and is the perfect way to re purpose leftover ham.

INGREDIENTS
2 tablespoons butter
1 onion chopped1
/2 cup carrots peeled, halved and sliced
3 tablespoons flour
2 1/2 cups ham diced
3 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 1/2 cups frozen corn
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
2 small russet potatoes peeled and cut into small cubes
1 cup heavy cream
4 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
salt and pepper to taste
INSTRUCTIONS
Heat the butter in a large pot over medium high heat. Add the onions and carrot and cook for 4-5 minutes or until just softened.
Whisk in the flour, stirring constantly. Cook for 1 minute.
Slowly add the chicken broth, whisking constantly. Bring to a simmer.
Add the ham, corn, thyme and potatoes.Simmer for 25 minutes or until potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally.
Add the heavy cream and bacon. Cook for 5 more minutes.
Serve.