Iowa Ham and Corn Chowder |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 25 Minutes |
Ready In: 35 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Ham and corn are staples here in Iowa. This lovely chowder knows how to combine both for a hearty, comforting meal. Ingredients:
1/2 cup onion, chopped |
1/2 cup water |
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can chicken broth, divided |
2 cups frozen southern style hash brown potatoes |
3 tablespoons margarine, melted |
3 tablespoons flour |
1 (16 ounce) can creamed corn |
1/2 cup whole milk |
1 cup ham, diced |
pepper |
crumbled bacon or cayenne pepper or paprika or parsley or green onions or chives or shredded cheese |
Directions:
1. Combine onion, water, 1/2 cup chicken broth and potatoes in a large saucepan.
2. Cook over medium heat about 10 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
3. Use a spoon or masher to crush potatoes.
4. Combine margarine and flour; stir into potato mixture.
5. Blend in remaining broth, stirring until thickened.
6. Stir in corn, milk, ham and pepper.
7. Cook on low heat until chowder is hot.
8. Top individual servings with desired garnishes.
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