Ham Broccoli Cheddar Chowder

By desacad

Ingredients

• 5 Tbsp butter
• 1/2 cup flour
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 4 cups milk
• 2 russet potatoes, peeled and chopped
• 3 cups broccoli, chopped
• 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
• 2 cups ham, cubed
• 3/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp pepper
• 1/8 tsp nutmeg

Details

Adapted from carmelmoments.com

Preparation

Step 1

Heat butter in skillet until melted. Add flour. Use whisk to mix well. Set aside.

Meanwhile, heat chicken broth in large stock pot until boiling. Stir in flour mixture using whisk. Mix well until thickened.

Add milk, potatoes. Return to a boil. Turn down to medium and cook for about 5 minutes.

Add broccoli. Let simmer for another 10 minutes. Add cheese, ham, salt, pepper and nutmeg. Heat through. Serve warm with baguettes.