Ham and Corn Chowder Recipe

By Suzolson

Ingredients

• 8 bacon strips, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup sliced celery
• 1/2 cup diced green pepper
• 3 cups cubed peeled potatoes (about 3 medium)
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 4 cups whole milk, divided
• 4 cups fresh or frozen whole kernel corn, divided
• 2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, optional

Details

Servings 10
Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

In a large saucepan, cook bacon until crisp. Remove bacon to paper towel to drain, reserving 1/4 cup drippings in pan. Saute the onion, celery and green pepper in drippings for 5 minutes. Add potatoes and broth. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
Place 1/2 cup milk and 2 cups corn in a blender; cover and process until pureed. Pour into saucepan. Add ham and remaining corn; simmer for 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Stir in the butter, parsley, salt, pepper, pepper sauce if desired and remaining milk; heat through. Garnish with bacon. Yield: 10-12 servings (3 quarts).